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FS
!. Katie Van Bokkelen. junior
2. Bethany Shutko
and Allison Schock, freshmen
3. Julie Wadycki, sophomore
4. Tony Quails, sophomore
5. Bob Brenner, freshman
6. Mindy Nicholas, senior
7. Ed Bukowski, senior
8. Greg Nadolski. senior.
and Rachel Economou. junior
9. Amy Glowacki, sophomore
10. Andrea Dungey, Roxana Bargoz,
and Franz Kerekes, juniors
1 1 . Chrissy Obion, senior
12. Janna Pasztor, junior
13. Ashley McMahen, junior
14. Sara Teller, junior
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Kavitha Pai, senior
Notice Your
Region AGAIN
AND AGAIN while
taking a drive down
Route 41 only to wit-
ness movie theaters
and restaurants
springing up with open
doors for students
seeking community
benefits.
Opinions aren’t always
FACE TO FACE when
diverse viewpoints
intermix to form
Jenny Bamboat, diS,inC,ive personalities
freshman and relationships.
Seniors 152
Juniors 180
Sophomores 188
Freshmen 196
Administration 204
Faculty 206
■ As the shirtless Derek Mercer,
I junior, stands out at the frigid
I Homecoming game, festivites
I float between construction
I reminders. Things that initially
seemed out of place devel-
oped into the norm. Amidst the
construction mess, moments
of relief broke into the daily
routine as Andy Justak,
sophomore, and Adrienne
Lebo, freshman, share a smile
and Peanut, the Beanie Baby
elephant.
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(219) 836-3200
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Sandee McCutchen.
sophomore
Rich Miller,
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Paragon
1997
Mindy Nicholas,
senior
Ed Bukowski,
senior
STOP
thinking
that you can plan your life
and realize that everytime
you thought you had estab-
lished a groove and rou-
tine, something unexpected usually distorted
your image of normality.
TURN
out of the parking lot between
2 p.m. and 4 p.m. on school days and discover
that in attempting to take your usual route
home, you broke a law.
AROUND the time when Kerri
Strug vaulted her team and country to a gold
medal in the Summer Olympic games, which
should have symbolized world peace, a pipe
bomb rocked Atlanta, threatening to draw a
close to the 1996 Summer Olympic Games.
LOOK
at what you could do when
you put your minds to it. While six students
achieved National Merit Finalist status and ten
earned Commended student rank, thirty-two
Drama Club members performed the winter
play, “Don Quixote” after only eight rehearsals.
AGAIN
your old Chevy growled
angrily at you as you turned the key on Monday
at 7:40 a.m. Walking into Student Services two
hours later, you told your sad tale to Mrs. Karen
Demitroulas as she issued you one of the two
car excuses you would have for the year.
7ZL imageHHHB
With his image reflecting in his
recently moved locker, Dan Stella,
junior, gets his books from the Com-
mons. Relocated lockers and absent
clocks led to moments of confusion
and a reliance on others for help.
TROUBLE
To get the correct answer on
his Algebra 2 homework,
Kevin Kress, sophomore,
relies on two different
calculators in order to use
their different functions .
FOR TWO
Performing for the
band's half time
show, Erik
Schwertfeger,
sophomore, and
Mehui Desai, senior,
follow the notes to
"Blowin' in the
Wind". Erik and
Mehui shared the
spotlight as the only
two tuba players.
AND JILL
As they work together at the
Speech and Debate Team's
barbeque, juniors Dave Miller
and Justin Treasure decide
where to start wiping down
tables.
LIFE’S
more than you bargained
for when you peeked out of the first hour
room you were confined to only to catch a
glimpse of police officers with drug dogs
sniffing out lockers and the parking lot.
PACKED
into the gym for
volleyball’s Fill the Field House Senior
Night, dressed like bricks at the Regional
football championship game, or disguised
as Tiffany on seniors’ self-proclaimed 80’s
day, students took a break from the norm.
WITH
a 12:45 p.m. early departure
due to a mid-day January power outage,
you learned that unexpected gifts randomly
materialized to relieve life’s stresses.
DOUBLEs
Tennis Team
Kyu Park, senior, and Sandy Rosen, junior,
travelled to State setting standards for
successful sports’ seasons. Fighting for
Regional, Semi-state and State titles,
Mustang sports teams made their marks.
Janna Pasztor,
junior
TAKES
a lot more than a whiny
drill to disrupt your life. Walking amidst
sinking ceilings, asbestos removal signs
and holes-in-the-wall, you looked beyond
the rubble to focus on life. Construction set
an uncontrollable backdrop, but you rose to
the occasion, standing
face to face realizing
that life was a moment
by moment experience
to be lived again and
again.
Mrs. Nancy Newcomb,
business teacher
mm
Looking from the loft, the
backstage area transforms
into the role of Mrs. Renee
Kouris's, English teacher,
temporary classroom.
UP
Spending the last
minutes of lunch
huddled around a Tl-85
calculator, seniors
Andy Sterner and Hill
Son show Greg Zeck,
sophomore, hints
detailing easier, less
involved ways to figure
out math problems
using the calculator's
special graphing
features. Lunch offered
the opportunity to look
at academics in a more
relaxed surroundings.
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ground
In the Commons, a brief moment of
laughter strikes juniors Lesley Saliga
and Gina Doherty. Time spent in the
Commons offered a change of scenery
from the beige classrooms with maroon
and forest green highlights.
MOVES
While Forrest Gump could never pose
as a math teacher, Mr. Steve Moell,
mathematics teacher, bops to the beat
of the band during the half-time
performance of the "Forrest Gump
Suite."
Paul Kennedy,
junior
Heather Hamilton,
senior
TAKE
a breath as you
balanced clubs, sports and
academics while sorting out the
complexities of life.
YOUR
daily schedule adjusted to
school’s inconsistencies. Extended 8-minute
passing periods, refurbished hallways and class-
rooms opening for second semester class use,
and transferring classrooms and sharing limited
space all forced your everyday activities to vary
more often than you changed your underware.
LIFE sometimes took your mind off the
day-in-day-out routine. While Homecoming
waltzed into the Food Court and Turnabout trans-
formed a Commons tradition, you made your own
tradition celebrating holidays with friends.
MOMENT
arily you wondered why
the handbook forbade wearing a shirt to school
that bore an alcohol logo, but the Junior Class
Executive Council could sell their $5 key chain
bottle openers at school and football games.
BY<
dribbling their way to an 18-0 season, the
Girls’ JV Basketball Team proved you have to look
twice at the small details to notice the ins and outs
of your environment.
M M ENT s forced spurts of laugh-
ter that made you double over or brought tears to
your eyes. You learned how to use the quadratic
formula, jump hurdles in the 50 meter dash and
handle money while selling M&Ms for Speech and
Debate. These moments all came together to form
your life, and only you knew how to live it.
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FLAG DOWN
Riding along the Ridge Road
parade route, German Club
members wave German flags
and wear felt hats.
"We were one of the smallest
trucks, but we were the loudest,"
Mike Patelis, senior, said.
PRESENT
LEAPS
SIDE
To prevent opponent advances, seniors Joe
Skurka, goalie, and A1 Song (11) combine abilities.
With two goalies, the team rotated players often.
In Mr. Tom Whiteley's, AP U.S.
History class. Heather Harker,
junior, gives an oral presentation
during fifth hour.
At a recognition ceremony.
Junior Varsity cheerleaders,
sophomores Liz DeVries, Gia
Ghezze, Debbie Feldman, and
Caroline Miller, sophomores;
Lisa Young, junior; and Kara
Argus, sophomore watch team
recognitions. |
Life Divlder-7®
At the Griffith game
Sept 13, Matt Beck,
junior; Jeff Lee,
sophomore; and
juniors Brian
Johnson and Rich
Mauer, display their
"Munster" spirit.
Refered to as the
Polar Bear Club, the
spirited boys
decorated them-
selves with red-
painted letters and
pirate outfits to
boost the level of fan
participation at
football games.
Mardi Gras Highlights
As Allison Porch, senior, shows
her mask to Angela Shearman,
senior, Jill Weiss, junior, surprises
her parents Bob and Marsha
Weiss telling them how late she
plans to stay out on Homecoming,
Breaking the winter vaca-
tion late-to-bed, late-to-raise rou-
tine, groggy students start their first
day back Jan. 6 after winter break.
Just as tired students settle into
their back-in-the-routine habits,
principal Dr. Kevin McCaffery's
unanticipated announcement echos
through the P/
High Spirits
Up in arms to show their
class spirit in the Homecom-
ing parade, the Junior Class
widens their mouths to
outscream the seniors.
Purple Wonder
To keep themselves enter-
tained, seniors Paul Economou
and Seth Cashmen wave the
purple noodle in the stands at
the Homecoming pep rally.
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As a result of a blown transformer,
electricity in the school had to be shut
off, and students and faculty had an
early 12:45 p.m. dismissal.
As the announcement's impact
moved beyond words, cheers erupted
from every classroom. The excitement
spread through the school like a wave
rippling through a baseball stadium.
"I immediately started clapping and
yelling with my class. I was excited
about the half day, but I was even
happier when 1 heard Dr. McCaffrey say
that all school activities were cancelled,"
John Parr, sophomore, said. "That meant
that I didn't have to go to swim practice.
But, my excitement was shot down
when Dr. McCaffrey announced just 10
minutes later that swim practice was at
the middle school right after school."
After a semester-long plethora of
bewildering shocks, students soon realized
that they couldn't second guess life at
school. Along with lockers that
seemed to sprout feet and move
every other week, classrooms
and teachers uprooted and left
students wondering where
they'd have class the next day.
Redesigned maps and printed
names taped over doors aided
lost souls in search of rooms.
Drama Club entertained
adaptations as well as its
audiences by performing the
winter play a month earlier
than usual while the musical
premiered two months ahead of
its normal May date because of the sched-
uled spring auditorium construction.
"It made everyone work harder because
they realized they didn't have time to goof
off. However, the
winter play was
high quality,
considering there
was only time for
eight practices,"
Marjorie Roades,
senior, said.
Everyone ex-
pected the Drama
Club to put on
productions and
they knew National
Honor Society
would always be
Queen for a Moment
Practicing how to crown the Homecom-
ing queen. Student Government
President and Vice President Brian
Christiansen and A1 Song, seniors, use
Rita Schmid, senior, as a model. "1 was
waiting on the track to have a front-row-
view of the Homecoming queen
crowning," Rita said. "As I was
engrossed in the halftime ceremony, A1
grabbed me like he often does and said
'pretend you're the queen'. I was
stunned at first, then I realized that they
were practicing the queen crowning on
me. A1 and Brian handed me flowers
and A1 kissed me on the check so it
didn't turn out that bad in the end.
Actually, I kind of liked it."
surprise
“Sf chaos
Tectur
Shootthe Breeze
After sitting through a
traditional 54-minute class,
seniors Dani Jayjack and
Ember Garrett walk to their
next hour class while Mr.
John Edington, Science
Department Chairman,
playfully shoots staples to
seniors Derek Smith and
Mindy Nicholas during fifth
hour AP Biology.
Monday morning. . . the countdown in your first hour
class stands as a constant reminderthat 83 more
days remain . Surviving the hour, you join the robot-
masses moving through the crowded hallways,
oblivious to the surroundings. After looking
up vocab, taking quizzes, and listening to
ectures for three hours, you stare blankly atthe
classroom clock. Ears suddenly perk
up as rumorsflythatyourfifth hour
teacher has gone home sick, and in
her place stands a sub unknowing
of what suprises await her and you .
Lunch Break
While Palwasha Rahmany,
sophomore, and Mark
Brand, freshman, go
through the routine of
waiting in the Main Event
line during B Lunch, Chris
Giannini, sophomore, keeps
all of his weight off his left
leg after breaking his femur
while bowling with the
Bowling Club.
continued
there to tutor. But surprises hit other
clubs. One of German Club's activities
involved visiting Starved Rock, which
seemed simple enough, until one member
stepped a little too close to nature.
"I thought we'd get to go off and
wander the trails, and we did," David
Byttow, freshman, said. "My friend and 1
came to a canyon and there was a pond. I
tried to climb over to a frozen waterfall,
and I slipped off the edge and fell through
ice. I was waist deep in icy water."
While students
knew they
couldn't predict
what would
happen next in
the natural
world, they
usually thought
School Daze
As Theresa Loving,
junior, struggles to pay
attention in English 11,
Angela Poe, senior, gets
a chance to stop and chat
with Corey Hill, sop-
homore, in the Food
Court during A Lunch.
that their everyday routine could easily be
predicted. Most school days, Mr. Paul
LaReau, Spanish teacher, filled his Spanish
4 class hours with workbook pages,
listening activities, and a few videos about
ancient cities. Times arrived when pre-
pared and unprepared students alike took
tests, and the daily plan of action remained
a pretty easy thing to guess.
"I tried to lull them into an easy compla-
cency only to do the unexpected. In spite of
No Problem
While Christian Kramer,
junior, receives help from
Mr. Don Ullman, science
teacher, on his assignment
for his Chemistry in Our
Community class, Scott
Hansen, senior, lounges
and listens to Tara
Lavalley, sophomore, with
a problem in the Food
Court during their seven
minute passing period
during first semester.
my reservations
concerning their
maturity, I
scheduled a field
trip," Mr. LaReau
said. "Their
reaction was one
of disbelief. Many
thought that
person announc-
ing the field trip
was an alien clone, perhaps a changeling
impersonation of the real Senor."
Breaks in the normal routine provided
time to laugh with friends about the latest
episode of Seinfeld or the comical occur
rence that caused a rashes of hysterical
laughter. They forgot about the things that
usually left them feeling comatose.
Besides the obvious construction events
that popped up, dozens of unexpected
happenings surprised students every day.
From classrooms suddenly moving, and
lockers disappearing, to something as
trivial as the soup and sandwich bar being
closed for a day,
surprises crept up
on students and
provided them the
opportunity to
break away from
their routine and
fall into relaxation.
Free Time
With a few minutes
left in fifth hour, Erin
Ranich, junior, talks
to Carolyn Bielfeldt,
junior, after finishing
their workbook
pages in U.S. History.
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Unexpected
Teachers, confronting students
day after day, created ways to
overcome the everyday doldrums
of the academic routine. After
bearing the brunt of student's
whining about low grades and
boring class activities, teachers
turned around to shock disbeliev-
ing students. Planning extravagant
field trips, wacky fundraisers or
unexpected class activities, teachers
broke up the 180 day school year
with bizarre breaks squeezed
between the everyday norms.
Miss Ginger Douglas, Band direc-
tor, planned a fund-raising activity
involving the entire band to finance
their future trips and activities.
When a band member sold 35
items, they earned the right to aim a
pie at Miss Douglas' face at the end
of the fundraiser. Teachers placed
themselves in the spotlight,
breaking the norms.
Easy As Pie
surprise
chaos
Major moments of chaos broke down
to become weather woes, sports sur-
prises, fundraising fun, and a whole
cast of other shocking moments
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Money Matters
"I found a piece of
paper floating in
the water at the
beach and I picked
it up. It turned out
to be a ten dollar
bill. Later, I went to
the pop machine
and found another
dollar." Mena
Rizk, sophomore
Undy Blunder
"In the boys' locker
room some kid had
his mom's under-
wear stuck to the
back of his gym
shirt. He got really
embarassed, but he
eventually started
laughing about it."
Jason Helbling,
freshman
First Dibs
"When I went to
buy Smashing
Pumpkins concert
tickets with my
friends, my name
was put in the ticket
lottery. The next
thing I knew, my
name had been
called first. I picked
front row center. At
the concert, I
actually got to see
the faces of the
Pumpkins."
Ben Hoban, junior
Sports Surprises
Because of the number of added girls sports, the
Girls' Swim Team's season moved from fall to winter,
crowding the pool with both swim teams at once. The
girls' and boys' teams alternated between the Wilbur
Wright Middle School pool and the high school pool
to give each team enough practice time. Running
between the two pools, the girls also adjusted to head
coaches that were replaced twice.
Although not hindered by construction or new state
regulations, the football team broke all sorts of records
and expectations and made it to Regionals before the
Hobart Brickies rained on their parade.
Leading the crowds in chants aird elevating the
football team's spirit, the cheerleaders practiced six
days a week. Their
hard work paid off
when they placed
third at the Re-
gional Cheer-
leading Competi-
tion and earned the
chance to compete
for the first time at
Nationals in Or-
lando, FL, Feb. 6.
Ending the
season with a 29-4
record, the volley-
ball team traveled
to Semi-State
before being
bumped out by
MishawakaTenn.
One For Ail
After achieving the win
over Griffith on Sept. 13,
Kyle Dempsey, senior,
shows his teammates
and the fans the
meaning of the
accomplishment the
team just gained.
Sniff Search
With students in their first hour on Tues-
day, Nov. 19, K-9 units from the
Hammond, Highland and St. John, con-
ducted a search of the school parking lot
and hallways between 8 a.m. and 9:15 a.m
No illegal substances were found.
WeatherWoes
Weather occasionally turned weird
catching people off guard for Homecom-
ing with conditions that dipped below
freezing. However, during the first week-
end of January, the temperatures soared to
60 degrees only to dip to 45 degrees below
zero only two weeks later.
"Before the Homecoming performance,
I was freezing to death. I thought it was
going to be hard to perform, but once I got
out there, I warmed up," Allie Kruczek,
senior, said. "Even though it was really
cold during Homecoming, in January I
couldn't go sledding because it was too
warm. Then it snowed the next week, but
the wind chill was 17 below zero."
Unexpected Occurences-13 B
INSIDEOUT
On thewayto their fourth hour class,
students shuffle outside toward central
through the field house doors. Students
braved the sweltering heat of 90 degrees
or more and the bone-chilling winds as
winter neared. When construction workers
cleared an inside passage to foreign
language classrooms Jan. 6, students no
longer faced daily weather.
PLAN OF ATTACK
Settling among the leftover debris
lying just outside Mrs. Dristas,
English teacher's room, school
construction plans sprawl across
a table surrouned by tools, dust
and leftover classroom supplies.
"We had to use every available
inch to store items or teach
classes. We weren't done yet ••••**
either and 1 thought the worst
was yet to come," Dr. Kevin
McCaffey, principal said.
ended, construction complaints
faded into everyday small talk,
overshadowing the incessant
pounding of monster tools and
metal hammers. The chaotic mess
had been reduced to the status of
an everyday disturbance, a small
glitch in everyday routines.
Harsh surroundings became the back-
drop for comical mishaps. Cars crammed
into the crowded South lot. The school's
most talked-of officer (A.K.A. Bike Cop), a
couple walkie talkie ladies, and even a cer-
tain serviceable principal Dr. Kevin
McCaffrey pointed the way toward the park-
ing lot and the disaster zone ahead.
The construction? It stood engraved
in our minds that school no longer remained
fixed to its rigid guidelines of predictability.
"Looking at those weeds outside my win-
dow you thought we were in Vietnam," Mr.
Scott McAlister, social studies teacher said.
Misplaced lockers, baffled students,
and makeshift classrooms situated in places
they probably shouldn't have been crowded
the muddled school. Classrooms and offices
emerged in random locations ranging from
stage wings to old auto shop garages and
revamped bathrooms. Even administrators
sacrificed usual comforts. The Main Office
crammed into a crowded cubby hole re-
named Student Services. The relentless
buzzing of power drills competed with el-
evated voices of determined teachers. And
bees, pestering bees, in our ears.
"I was late to class because I was chased by
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DAILY DISTRACTIONS
Amongst leaky ceilings and torn-
down walls, physics students watch a
video, ignoring the disordered mess
lurking behind them. As the year
progressed, construction hassles faded
into the background clearing the way
for normal, everyday studies.
■ Midi > * r-
a bee and he followed me everywhere,"
Demetrios Manousopoulos, junior, said.
The first three days of school remained
silent without the ringing of bells to mark the
beginning and end of each class hour.
Within the first week, random bells rou-
tinely permeated the school as construction
workers labored diligently to restore the sys-
tem to working order. Well into the school
year, even as bells rang consistently in the
South and Central areas, students in North
classrooms struggled to hear muted bells
sounding from far-off locations.
As soon as dust from the '95-'96 school
year settled, construction workers snipped
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BOARDWALK
Under open ceilings filled with
silver pipes, tangloa wires, and
caged lights, Shi I pa Rane and
Megan Ambre, sophomores,
travel through the North
hallway during passing period.
Amidst the disheveled school
building, students established
their own daily routines
looking beyond the construc-
tion confusion.
the electrical wire servicing school
clocks, initiating the summer con-
struction process. When the school
year began, time stood still at 9:19,
forcing students to rely on personal watches
or the Official MHS Time Clock to get to class
on time. And when the revamped North
hallways reopened in mid-January, travel-
ing from the far North corridor to the deep
South end, in the seven minute passing pe-
riod, proved an arduous task for many.
The infamous hole-in-the-wall
between Social Studies teachers Mr. Chuck
Schallhorn and Mr. Steve Lopez' rooms al-
lowed noises to float aimlessly, but students
regarded the inconvenience as so far outside
the realm of concern that hardly anyone paid
attention to its presence, except for students
hoping to absorb twice as much learning in
one hour. Instead, other construction sites
proved nearly as titillating
As all chaos requires, moments of mass
hysteria overtook the crowded South hall-
ways bursting with throngs of irked stu-
dents. And moments of overwhelming re-
lief, defined by Dr. Kevin McCaffrey's Jan. 6
announcement that school was canceled for
the remainder of the day due to a blown
electrical transformer.
"My friends and I rode our bikes to Sub-
way for lunch and then came back to my
house for a game of football. I was tired
afterward. I ended up sleeping for four
hours," Joe Martino, freshman, said.
Reliefs and comical mishaps made up
most of construction's effects offsetting the
commotion when inconsistent change inter-
rupted daily routines.
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MISPLACED MEDICINE
As Mary Auburn, school nurse, uses a
thermometer, Christine Hall, junior,
looks around her perusing the unusual
surroundings. Due to reconstruction of
the Central hallway, the nurse's office
moved to the former boys' bathroom in
the South area. Trying to make use of
the space allotted to each faculty
member, the staff and students made
the best out of each situation that arose.
HOLDING ON
Suited up in goggles for their
Chemistry lab, Mary Konvalinka,
junior, and Michelle Myszak,
sophomore, heat a piece of copper
metal in the semi-complete
renovated biology lab. Teachers set
up chemistry equipment in the
biology lab since the chemistry lab
would not be completed until the
'97-'98 school year.
Oct. 1
Due to the renovation, students
sacrificed hands-on lab experience
as science teachers and videos
demonstrated concepts. However,
with the opening of the refurbished
biology lab, science students once
again resumed their usual activities.
August September October November Decembei
Aug. 26
MESS! With school
arrived shock as
hassles harried
confused students.
Initially, a lack of air
conditioning, hall
space and room to
park surmounted the
confusion of the first
week of school.
TIME LINE
March 29
Heading off the first phase of the
construction process, North Hall
classrooms, offices and teacher prep
rooms picked up and moved South to
former libraries, staff dining rooms and
wood shops.
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June
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April 10
Construction began
after a five month delay
due to citizen com-
plaints against the
increase in taxes
necessary to finance
the project. Initial costs
which rose above $120
million were scaled
down to $45 million to
accommodate a more
realistic budget.
Prior to winter break, foreign
language students trekked
outside to and from class in
pouring rain and freezing snow.
However, opportunities to
momentarily escape the chaotic
mess of the school building
ceased Jan. 6 with the opening
of 13 classrooms.
Top
10
Construction
Moments
hearing the loud thud as students traveling from
the Commons to the Food Court jumped on the
wooden board hiding a hole in the floor.
spending free time between classes in the brilliant
yellow “caution” tape covered Commons while
shivering as cold air wafted through the gigantic
holes where walls should have been.
wondering whether to laugh or cry as Dr. Kevin
McCaffrey, principal, announced the no-left-turn-
from-2-4p.m.-rule via the revamped PA system.
looking on as a block of seven lockers rolled down
the hallway to a new location before owners
received explanations.
sitting in Mr. Steve Lopez’s first hour U.S. History
class listening to construction workers busily
singing along with songs on the Lite 93.9.
time standing still according to impaired clocks
always reading 9:19
getting a pass from a teacher out of a class to visit
the nurse, only to end up in the nurse’s head-
quarters formerly known as the boys’ bathroom.
the resounding laughter as pieces of a crumbling
ceiling landed squarely on Mr. Bruce Curme,
physics teacher’s head during physics class.
watching as suit and tie clad Dr. Kevin McCaffrey,
principal, directed traffic into and out of the
crowded parking lot.
the bike cop
Did you hear
the one...
RUMOR The school would open
its three remaining doors later
than originally scheduled.
• FACT Aug. 27 marked the
first day of school as indicated on
school calendars despite construc-
tion delays.
RUMOR Foreign Language rooms
would exist in trailers outside the
school.
• FACT Students trekked
outside to arrive at foreign
language classrooms until Jan. 6,
but the rooms still resided in the
North hallway.
RUMOR Parking privileges
would be restricted in the
condensed lots.
• FACT Any students holding a
license, a car, and a red and white
parking pass parked in the
crowded south lot daily.
RUMOR Battle of the Bands and
the musical production Bye, Bye
Birdie would entertain fans at the
Munster Performing Arts Center.
• FACT Auditorium renovations
waited while school events were
rescheduled. Battle of the Bands
and Bye, Bye Birdie took place in
the auditorium as planned.
February March
1997
Janua
April
June
August
March 20
Marking the last event to pulse in
the auditorium before its recon-
struction, the Music in our
Schools band concert shook the
old stage one last time.
Jan. 20
Packing up text books,
posters and classroom
supplies, social studies and
English teachers relocated
their classrooms in the forest
green and maroon accented
North halls.
1998
Fall
Projected project
completion
Construction-17*
■18-Life
Setting
themselves
apart from the
masses,
individuals
strive to
Amidst giggles and stares, Elaine
Deveney, senior, entered Shakey's to
pick up her latest paycheck. Adorned
with her contemporary blue hair and
numerous earrings poking out of her
eyebrow, ears, and tongue, she
contradicted the typical-girl image.
"I always got reactions walking
down the hall at school. Some were
negative and some were just sur-
prised stares," Elaine said. "I just
liked to do what made me feel good
and happy, 1 didn't care what
anyone else thought of me."
Students often expressed them-
selves through their physical appearance. Tongue
rings, hair dye, chains, makeup and vintage clothes
helped students show their individuality.
"1 liked to express myself through my clothes. I
got all of my clothes from Chicagd, Wisconsin and
Arkansas because I didn't want anyone else at
school to have the same clothes as me," Kristi
Knight, sophomore, said.
Daring students permanently expressed them-
selves through tattoos. These
students withheld the pain of the
needle to differentiate themselves
from the crowd.
"I got a tattoo of a falcon on my
shoulder my junior year because
Falcon was my nickname," John
Folta, senior, said.
Musical interests also played a role in the way
students expressed their personalities. With an
array of different types of music to choose from,
students developed their own loyalties.
"I liked to listen to punk rock music like Green
Day and the bands that influenced them." Jill
Weiss, junior, said. "People ripped on me because
they thought I was a
poser and that I wanted
to be like them, but
really I just wanted to be
myself."
For some students,
displaying themselves
through the arts proved
an effective means of
self-expression. Both in
and out of school
Life
Their
SOLO STAR
For the Homecoming halftime
performance, Lisa Smundin,
senior, dances in front of the
band to the Forrest Gump
suite. Lisa expressed her
talents of dance through her
solo performances at the
home games.
EDIBLE FUN
In Construction Systems class,
seniors John McCullough and
Ken Hoffman build a geodesic
dome with toothpicks and
marsh-mellows. "We wanted
to do something different for
Homecoming," Ken said. "So
1 dressed nice and wore a
bandana to school."
DINE IN
As the official hockey team
photographer, Rick Carraher,
senior, shows off his pictures
during lunch, while seniors
Jeff Perz and Andrew Byczco
eat. To express their humor,
these students went to
restaurants like McDonalds to
find table decorations.
DAY DREAM
Using his back pack as a
head rest, Pete Colakovic,
junior, listens during class.
Students wrote on their bags
to distinguish themselves
from other students.
MASQUERADE
Dressed in Mardi Gras attire,
Greg Nodolski, senior, makes
seniors Katie Brown and Cara
Bailey laugh during first hour.
"I had been in a play called
Fat Tuesday, so I had Mardi
Gras costumes, " Katie said.
Students dressed up to show
spirit for their class and
express their unique
personalities.
Express Yourself-19®
ETCH-A-SKETCH
Illustrating images of a person
in motion, J J. Pestikas, senior,
shades with a marker to
create gesture drawings. Art
classes offered students the
oppurtunity to express their
artistic talents.
Live
activities gave students the
chance to share their talents.
"The way I expressed myself
was through theater. I loved to
sing, dance and act. It took a lot
of time and dedication but it
always paid off," Tara Lavalley,
sophomore, said.
Cultural backgrounds served
as a means of expression for
students. Through ethnic clothes and food,
students retained a sense of their heritage. From
Catholic youth groups to Indian dances, religious
gatherings let students display their beliefs.
"I moved to the United States from Palestine
and my mom would make Arabic food for dinner
so that we would always keep part of our heri-
tage," Bassam Muhammad, freshman, said.
Whether expressing themselves through
clothes, music or dance, self-aware students dared
stares and giggles to preserve themselves. Expres-
sive students shared a common bond that avoided
conforming to the opinions of others.
'20-Life
PAINTED-ON SPIRIT
Cheering loudly for the
football team during the Nov.
8 Griffith game , Poms mem-
bers Natalie Biel, junior,
Tatum Miller, senior, Kristina
Carton, senior, Leah Gilbert,
junior, and Heather Patterson,
senior, display their
decorative faces in hopes of a
victory. The Poms squad
expressed their upbeat
personalities not only while
performing, but also at games.
MASKED MADNESS
Celebrating Homecoming
and the completion of their
festive door, seniors Kristina
Carton, Jim Lemon, Odette
Gutierrez and Suzanne
Ambos, wait in anticipation
for the door judges to arrive.
The Homecoming door-
decorating contest gave
Advisories the chance to
show their spirit for their
class and to express their
artistic talents.
What feature best describes you?
"My determination at
things best expressed
me, I worked really
hard at whatever I did,
and it showed. I was
involved in CEC,
cheerleading and
band, and I put 1 10
percent into all of it. I
thought if you weren't
going to work hard at
what you did,then it
wasn't worth doing."
Liz Devries, sophomore
"The way I dressed best
expressed me and my
personality. My clothes
reflected my goofy and
carefree personality. I
really just did it to be
different. I usually dyed
my hair all of the time,
but I didn't do it after
the swimmers started
doing it because it just
wasn't different
anymore."
Brad Hensely, senior
LEAD GUITAR
Entertaining students with his
talent, Paul Economou, senior,
strums his guitar during A
lunch in the Commons. "I
strived to express myself in
guitar playing," Paul said. "I
felt that music was the ideal
vehicle by which I could do
that, mainly because music
didn't take much auditory
translation, and the simple
flick of a finger pick could
make all the difference."
Express Yourself-21 -
LEAVING
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MANAGE 1
TO
WITH
FAMILY
THEIR
LIVES
A
s Jaime Stennis, sophomore,
drowsily opened her eyes, the varsity
swimmer crawled out of bed. Taking a
closer look, she spotted something
hanging in her hallway. Jaime's mom
had tacked up signs in celebration of
her upcoming sectional meet.
Whether congratulating an athlete,
welcoming home a friend, or even cel-
ebrating a White Sox win, students
used imagination and individuality to
break away from normal celebrations.
"After a Sox game Jonathan Gordon,
Eric Lopez, and I went to Olive Garden
and said we were triplets," Lisa Young,
junior, said. "They actually believed
us. The waiters sang to us and brought
us cake. It was our own little party."
And sometimes little parties turned
into big surprises for a lucky recipient.
"When I got back from two and a
half weeks in Alaska, I expected just to
go home and go to sleep." Kunal Shah,
senior, said. "I was shocked to find my
friends waiting in my room. They had
strung toilet paper on my ceiling and
put balloons on my floor. I guess it was
their way of welcoming me home."
AND
FRIENDS
Die-hard fans initiated celebrations
due to events involving their idols.
"My friends and I got together every
year on J erry' s birthday and had a good
time." Nate Berg, senior, said. "We also
got together the day he died and cel-
ebrated his life."
Whether by themselves or in a
group, distinctive students personal-
ized events by celebrating various hap-
penings the same way each year.
"For the past seven years on my
birthday. I've woken up, gone down-
stairs, pulled out the Beatles White Al-
bum, played the song "Birthday", and
gone crazy," K.C. Willis, junior, said.
While wondering what event to cel-
ebrate next, students concluded that
uncoventional celebrations definitely
proved worth their efforts.
As Jaime walked down her clu ttered
hallway, the pressure and excitement
entailing such an important meet be-
gan to creep upon her. And the posters
only initiated what amounted to a great
day of celebration.
What would be your dream celebration?
“I would have celebrated any “I would have been at the Hilton
kind of occasion in Chicago at in Hawaii, sipping a Pina
the new House of Blues to hear Colada, laying in a hammock,
some of the best live performers between two palm trees, and
around. But I couldn’t, because I looking up at the stars with a hot
wasn’t 1 8 yet.” guy.”
Scott Senchack, sophomore Jenny Panich, junior
■22-Life
OH, CHANUKAH
Celebrating the second day of
Chanukah, Dec. 6, Aaron
Weinberg, sophomore,
Jonathan Gordon, junior, and
Max and Olivia Gershman,
Aaron's cousins, recite the
Chanukah blessings while
lighting the second candle on
the menorah.
DOWN POUR
While celebrating the custom
of libation, the ritual of pour-
ing water out in order to reach
deceased ancestors, Candace
Blake, senior, and Christine
Blake, freshman, express their
respect for both tradition and
their grandparents.
POINT OF VIEW
With a burst of laughter,
juniors Ashley MrMahen,
Missy Dcpa, and Margaret
Taylor point up into the
stands to show each other the
antics of their classmates
during the homecoming pep
rally. Students jumped at
opportunities such as
Homecoming week to break
from usual routines and let
loose in celebration
Celebrations-23*
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Time Out
To receive laughs and show
spirit Mike Grady, senior,
displays his outfit to class-
mates. While some students
dressed according to Student
Government's Spirit Days,
others made up their own.
Banded Together
Headbands along with an
orange and yellow tie-dye
adorn Audrey Kutas,
sophomore, as she plays the
xylophone for the Homecom-
ing game half-time perfor-
mance. The 60's garb emp-
hasized the band's theme.
Small Talk
Spruced up for their first high
school dance, freshmen
Meaghen Lober, Aaron
Barnes, and Billy Mucha gab
at the Homecoming dance in
the cafeteria. Freshmen
anticipated the dance and the
chance to dress up. "There
was more to look forward to
since it was our first
formal," Aaron said.
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Tied Up
Waiting to be recognized,
Aaron Jillson, freshman,
represents the Freshmen
Boys' Basketball Team
dressing up in a tie for school
on game days. Besides
dribbling and shooting, the
team called for dressing up
on days of away games. "I
didn't really like getting
dressed up and wearing a tie
and everything, but it was all
right," Aaron said. "We
wanted to look nice when we
went to other schools."
■24-Life
if everyone wore the all-
too-familiar jeans and sweater ensemble everyday
without variation. Whether students dressed up in
a panjabi for an Indian celebration, pajamas for
school or a shirt and tie for church, clothing
equaled anything but predictability.
Students dressed up for numerous occasions.
Certain attire served as a means of maintaining
culture, heritage or family traditions.
"I've always dressed in Indian clothes since I
was little because I liked to keep my heritage,"
Pryia Pai, freshman, said.
Students conveyed reguard for family values or
religious beliefs through their apparel. Dressier
garments often came to represent a respect for
one's faith and a strong tie to one's religion.
"I dressed up for church every week," Joe
Christiansen, junior, said, "I wore a shirt and tie to
show respect for my religious beliefs."
Many students participated in a different
tradition as they donned Halloween costumes.
Jenny Kalina, sophomore, portrayed Goldilocks
with a 5-foot long, curly blond wig that she found
in a closet at the last minute before she headed out
for and evening of trick-or-treating.
"I thought the whole point of
Halloween was to dress up and have
fun being someone different than
who you are," Jenny said. "It was
like playing pretend."
Students temporarily assumed
different identities as a common
practice in and out of school. Partici-
pating in Homecoming's spirit week
provided students with an excuse to
deviate from the norm. Max
Goodman, senior, partook in spirit
week, even though he lacked a sense
of spirit in previous years.
"I was a senior and seniors were
supposed to have spirit," Max said.
"Not only was it fun, but I needed a
break from everything that was
going on like the construction and
the end of the first six weeks."
Self-proclaimed Senior Eighties
Day granted seniors their own
chance to have fun and experiment
with different clothing choices.
Garbage Grunge
To enhance the garbage truck Homecoming
float for the Cross Country Team, Jeremy
Piniak, senior, adds finishing touches to his
sanitary worker uniform. Jeremy received
surprised reactions from fellow classmates prior
to the Homecoming parade about his shocking
outfit. "I was so bright,” Jeremy said. "Every-
one turned around, and their jaws dropped
when I walked into my classes."
u
It was fun to
pull out all
the old
clothes. I
tight rolled
my jeans
and wore a
hypercolor
shirt with
jelly
bracelets, a
charm neck-
lace, and
obnoxious
earrings. JJ
Kelly Florek,
senior
WHEN
AND TIES
PEOPLE
UP
Dressed Up-25 B
These students are
all dressed up with
to the occasion?
1 . This student had worn
out feet at the end of the
night.
somewhere to go. Can
match their outfit
you
b.
2. This person did not just
roll out of bed. She par-
ticipated in a school
activity.
3. This person's actions
earned him an audience's
applause.
c.
4. These students stepped
in time to the beat in
matching uniforms.
5. These students gained a
bowl full of candy by the
end of the night.
Answers: 3 '9 B f 3 £ P Z T I
■26-Life
Sitting Pretty
While underclassmen stay
outside in the summer sun, Jill
Savage, senior, returns to the
auditorium for her senior pic-
ture. Halterman Studios took
senior pictures eight times
over the summer.
Crowning Glory
Sparkling in her white gown
and crown, Odette Gutierrez,
senior, waves to cheering by-
standers. As Mexican Queen,
Odette appeared at functions
throughout the community.
"It was fun to pull out the
old clothes," Kelly Florek,
senior, said, "and the old
crimper and stuff. I had my
L.A. Gears on with my fluores-
cent shoe laces. My hair was
crimped. I tight rolled my
jeans and wore a hyper color
shirt with jelly bracelets, a
charm necklace, and obnox-
ious earrings."
Skits and class presenta-
tions allowed students to dress
out of the ordinary making
school more entertaining.
"I dressed up to make the
presentation more interest-
ing," Joe said, "and so people
would remember it better.
They thought it was funny."
Students did not always
volunteer to dress up for
school or school functions.
Even though Jill Weiss, junior,
did not enjoy dressing up, she
abandoned her more casual
jeans for a nice skirt once a week.
"My mom made me because she didn't like the
way I dressed," Jill said. "So I made her happy
once a week."
Dealing with students on a daily basis, teachers
found themselves expecting
appropriate student attire.
"Sloppiness reflected an
attitude," Mrs. Renee Kouris,
English teacher, said, "and we
had to take education seriously."
Clothing restrictions and
requirements did not always
agitate students. Many musicians
agreed with the Ensembles
uniform wearing stipulation.
"We wore uniforms to give
people a better image about what
we were about and to build our
team confidence," Elena
Benavente, junior, said. "Going
up there looking professional
made us feel that we sang well."
Dressing for different occa-
sions comprised a significant
aspect of life for fashion-con-
scious individuals. Although
students contemplated a simple
world of unvarying attire, reality
proved that clothing styles and
modes of dress definitely devi-
ated from the norm.
cc
We wore
uniforms to
give people
a better im-
age about
what we
were about
and to build
our team
confidence.
Elena
Benavente,
junior jy
Dressed Up-27
DRESSING
P_f_those_days
By the end of the week, shreds of confetti floated
across the 120-yard trampled
field, empty red hair paint cans cluttered
garbage cans, and the once slippery shaving
cream now crusted in the stands
MONDA
arrived too early, as Mondays often do. For the
137-member band, its sounds emerged at 7 a.m. with pepped
up beats pulsing from the overcrowded band room.
But Homecoming hubbub filled more thoughts than just
the bands'. Juniors transformed purple paper puffs into a
wild cat while the Senior Class enlisted aid from other
sources. Before Mr. Chuck Schallhorn's fourth hour Sociol-
ogy class, Mrs. Lori Nicholas, library assistant, approached
her daughter, Mindy Nicholas, senior.
"Did you get more bags of puffs to fold?" she asked,
"Grandma finished all of hers and needs more."
uncaged inhibitions and enough fluffy animal
slippers to put on a production of Charlotte's Web as stu-
dents donned their nightwear for Pajama Day (or Flannel
Day, your call). One faculty member realized that the real
world misunderstood school spirit.
"I forgot I was wearing my robe and pajamas, and I
stopped at Amoco to get gas," Mrs. Therese Dristas, English
teacher, said. "When I walked through the door to pay, the
other customers gave me the strangest looks, and T still
didn't realize I had my pajamas on."
ambushed the halls with Kool-Aid filled
canteens and army attire as juniors proclaimed their own
spirit day. Heather Harker showed her junior spirit with a
pair of old army gloves. "What did you do to those? They
smell so bad," yelled Todd Compton, senior, with a crinkled
nose and the gloves flying across the room.
Kazoos and Blues music appealed more to the senses as
Advisories blew up balloons and awaited the door judges.
LuckySign
Cheering
on the
Mustangs,
Jamie
Stennis,
sopho-
more,
displays
her
premade
sign. "We
didn't miss
one game
all season."
Jamie said.
“We met at the church to
attach streamers to the truck.
Because freshmen didn't
have a float, I wanted to ride
on the Spanish truck."
-John Premetz, freshman
■28-Life
"When Jack and I did the balloon
toss, we had to slow down so the
other classes could get equal
distance apart. I was fortunate
enough to be in both events that
the sophomores won"
-Bob Yamtich, sophomore
"Rich and I helped on the float.
We were working on the frame
inside and fell asleep. When we
woke up, they had put the float
on the truck with us in it."
-Matt Beck, junior
I must've looked like the
biggest cheeseball. I just
couldn't stop smiling."
-Cara Bailey, senior
Homecoming-29 1
ofjhose days
THURSDA
boomed with familiar melodies from the
decade of Michael Jackson, Ronald Reagan and big hair.
Self-proclaimed Senior Eighties day bubbled up as seniors
set themselves apart. Roger Luna, senior, strolled through
the Food Court with his Sony boombox blasting Run DMC
held up to his moussed head. Behind the mustard yellow
bathroom walls of that same Food Court, a cloud of Aqua
Net fumes and giggles rose to the beat of "Girls Just Wanna'
Have Fun". As Heather Hamilton, senior, modeled her puffy
painted, glittery white Keds and party bangs, she bounced
up and down yelling, "I love Debbie Gibson. Go Tiffany."
popped as red, white and black balloons dis-
guised the Common's ceiling, covered spirited students
from head to toe, and painted cheeks with M's.
At the pep rally, sun reflected off of shaving cream cans as
bees buzzed in ears and coaches and players attempted to be
heard. Classes competed not only to see who had the stron-
gest lungs, but also who could tug the hardest and catch
eggs and balloons with the most ease.
"Probably the best moment of Homecoming was when I
was on the field waiting to do the egg toss," William
Kaminski, senior, said. "I looked up and saw my section
going crazy. It inspired me to try my best for my class."
With one last rousing rendition of the fight song, the
cheerleaders and Poms danced as students filed out of the
bleachers. Speech and Debate members ventured to the
Food Court and their 27th Annual Chicken Barbeque, while
freshmen walked to Ridge Road to plop themselves in the
perfect viewing spots for the parade.
The majority of the parade route seemed vacant with the
mass of the bystanders and middle schoolers on Columbia.
As the floats neared the high school, each truck uncorked its
last burst of spirit. Voices blared, and the level of noise
raised echoed from the time the parking lot emptied until
the cars charged into it again to see the game.
This time, they charged with reapplied war paint to watch
their Mustangs crush Hammond 36-7. While halftime
danced with a surprise visit from Forrest Gump and
crowned Cara Bailey, senior, Homecoming queen; more
excitement cooked at the concession stand. The spirited guys
who often failed to wear shirts in subzero temperatures but
always remembered how to spell "MUNSTER" appeared at
the game. Concern rose among their ranks when Coach
Gary Davis pulled Jeff Lee, sophomore, out of the group to
help at the conscession stand. After explaining to Coach
Davis that "Munster" wouldn't look the same without the
"E" , he returned to the bustling stands. After the final play,
Student Government members and dance attendees headed
home to rest up for the next day's action.
■30-Life
TinuOut
Sitting in
the
church
parking
lot,
sopho-
mores
Kristin
Caine,
Selena
Benavente
and Hiral
Shah wait
for their
spirit
truck.
"Our
truck had
been
cancelled
at the last
minute so
we didn't
know
what to
expect,"
Hiral
said.
TimusTvw
To evoke
senior
spirit,
seniors
Lia
Carlos
and Jill
Savage
cheer on
their class
from the
front of
the
stands
with the
signs they
con-
structed
the night
before.
The
Senior
Class
won the
spirit
competi-
tion and
the tug-
of-war.
By the Numbers
20 garbage bags filled with
shredded paper used by the juniors
28: push-ups the polar bear club
did after the Mustangs’ 28th point
extra credit points Mr. Lopez
rewarded his 6th hour class for turn-
ing the desks backwards before he
came into the room on Wednesday
freshmen seen cheering during
the pep rally
letter missing from the sopho-
mores’ spelling of their name on
_their_sjDirit truck
Homecoming-31 B
SprungUp
Extra puffs and care surround the
sophomore jack-in-the-box float as jenny
Kalina, Julie Wadycki and Vicki
Bembenista add finishing touches. The
Sophomore Class completed their float
two days before the other classes.
SmokeOut
Saving its last and only breath for the
halftime show, the senior's dragon blows
its smoke on the track.
Trash Day
During the parade, Cross Country
members' dressed as garbage men wave
from their fourth place float.
Homecoming court: Melanie Yuraitis, Natalie
Campbell, Kelly Rothschild, Cara Bailey, Kristina
Carton, Tatum Miller, Katie Moser
Finding themselves in a
transformed Food Court or
long picture lines outside the
Foods room, dancers face
ling
i
More Than
a Date
Homecoming
•Mardi Gras
•Oct. 12
•Student
Government
sponsored
•285 tickets sold
•$20 ticket price
•Cafeteria
•7-10 p.m.
•2001 DJ Service
"At first I was
afraid that the
night would be
horrible, but
everything
worked itself
out. *
Erin Swindle,
junior
■
■32-Life
rns
Walking into the House of Kobe Restaurant in
Schererville, seven couples sat down and ordered their dinners.
They sat anxiously awaiting the rest of the evening not expecting to
wear their food. During dinner, onions flew at them from the chef
across the counter. Relaxed now that the first blunder had been
made, they peeled the onions off with a few shrugs and a laugh.
"It was actually kind of funny," Erin Swindle, junior, said. "They
just started flying at us out of nowhere."
Attending the Student Government sponsored Homecoming
dance, going out early and heading home late sounded simple
enough. This bubble burst, however, as complications arose. From
flower color and date choice to where to go and how to get there,
planning disputes proved difficult for students to overcome.
"I took my friends with me to pick out flowers. I wanted my date
to like them," Matt Shike, senior, said. "But all she gave me to go on
was that her dress was chocolate wifh golden undertones. I only
knew the eight colors in the original crayon box, so I
needed some girl insight."
The chaos didn't end here. Disagreements caused
by picture lines outside the Foods room or the DJ's
dance music selection forced student's reality to fall
short of their elevated expectations. However, not
everyone shared this outlook. Some students liked
the change of scenery to the Food Court and over-
looked the long lines or the planning hassles.
With the velvet on her dress crushed by her mom's
iron, Shilpa Rane, sophomore, raced to the store two
hours before the dance to buy the same size dress, and
still managed to make the most of the night.
"Everything I went through before the dance was
well worth it," Shilpa said. "The dance set the mood,
and we had a good time afterwards."
Expectations ran high for students who hadn't at-
tended a dance before. Although most knew what to
expect, others formed preconcieved notions.
"Everyone made a big fuss," Jenny Lounsberry,
freshman, said. "But it wasn't that big of a deal. You
just went and had a good time, no big deal."
Picture lines vanished, evenings progressed, limos
returned, and bonfires extinguished themselves as
curfews came around. Then, the magic ended.
"At first I was afraid that the night would be hor-
rible," Erin said, "but everything worked itself out."
Tuned Out
Blocking out the commotion,
Julie Richardson, sophomore,
and Dan Kanelopoulous, Lake
Central student, create their
own rhythm. Since 2001 DJ
Service played only two slow
songs, couples found other ways
to slow the night down.
Change of Pace
Circling around each other
with thier arms interlocked,
juniors Tess Given and K.C.
Willis get the night moving
with the chicken dance.
Familiar songs such as line
dances offered the opportunity
to change the rhythm as the
night progressed.
Checking In
Receiving a photo time card
Justin Lotak, junior, and
Melissa Hecimovich,
sophomore, await their
keepsake mask. Approxi-
mately 350 masks were
purchased, according to Mrs.
Nancy Newcomb, Student
Government sponsor.
Picture Perfect
As the photographer poses the
group, Poms who attended the
dance complete the final
touches before the camera
flashes. With a larger number
of people in attendance than at
previous dances, group shots
got pushed back to the end of
the night which frustrated
dance-goers. "There was a lot
of hurrying with the pictures,"
Missy Depa, junior, said. "But
we went through it so we could
cherish the memory."
Time Out
Calmly listening to her date Sam,
fromHegewisch, Odette
Gutierrez, senior, takes a break
from the dance floor. Having
the dance in the Food Court
provided more areas to relax.
Homecoming Dance-33 B
Realizing that even
Cinderella couldn 't get
ready for the ball without her
fairy godmother, dancegoers
More Than
a Date
Turnabout
•Some Day My
Prince Will Come
•Feb. 22
•Cheerleaders
sponsored
•231 tickets sold
•$26 ticket price
•Commons
•7:30- 10:30 p.m.
•2001 DJ Service
"My boyfriend's
mom always
ordered the
flowers because
he was
incompetent."
Lindsey Newman,
junior
■34-Life
ueens
Frantically running around the house with tears
streaming down her face and a run in her pantyhose, the desper-
ate girl calls her friend crying. Incapable of fixing the situation
themselves, students turned to friends or parents to lend a hand.
"Girls always complained and cried before dances about their
hair and dress, and usually no one even noticed what was wrong
with them in the first place," Jim Abercrombie, junior, said. "All
that guys had to do was pick out flowers and comb their hair.
They didn't go nuts like girls did."
Unable to grasp all of the preparation needed to attend a dance,
students shrugged off planning hassles from ordering flowers or
picking outfits to making dinner arrangements. With a few weeks
to plan for the big night, students often overlooked these compli-
cations and left the preparations to others.
"My boyfriend's mom ordered my flowers
because he was incompetent. He picked out a black
and red tie, so his mom ordered flowers to match
the tie, but I had a navy blue dress. We totally
clashed," Lindsey Newman, junior, said.
"The guys had to make all the plans for the dance
because if not we would have ended up in Munster
all night," Hani Zabaneh, senior, said. "The girls
didn't even know where to start making plans."
With plans to make, shopping to do and flowers
to pick, guys turned to their friends to ease pre-
dance jitters. Unaware of the perfect tie to match a
girl's dress, guys needed friends for input.
"I thought by their senior Turnabout, my guy
friends would be able to take care of their own
flower arrangements," Jen Pallay, senior, said. "The
Monday before the dance, however, I realized they
had all put off going to the florist because they
were all waiting for me to go with them."
As the final day rolled around, all of the hassles
of planning drifted away, and the fairy tale night
began. Although girls found guys incapable of
handling flowers or buying a new suit, and guys
found the outbursts over dresses and bad hair-do's
ridiculous, they realized they needed help from
others to make the night worthwhile.
Royal Treatment Couples often separated
Taking a break from the dance themselves from the crowd and
floor, sophomores Fred Mikler dancing to talk and enjoy the
and Ann Marie De Palmo sit on romance of the evening in order
the Cinderella castle decoration, to make the night worthwhile.
YMCA
Dancing together to "YMCA,"
Jay Rody, college student, J.J.
Pestikas, senior, Derek Javorek,
junior, and Jim Lemon, senior.
form the "M" with the rest of the
dancers. Entertaining others
with dance moves, students let
loose and danced the entire
night.
Cheers
Toasting goodbye to Joe
Christiansen, junior, juniors Dan
Mamula, Eric Talbot, Randy
Wiancek, and Mark Somenzi
join their punch glasses. Dances
allowed students a chance to
create lasting memories.
Quick Fix
Before they take their picture,
Lisa Young, junior, pins
a boutonniere on Nick
Hecimovich, senior. "1 couldn't
pin the flower on my date
because 1 would always stab him
and he refused to wear it after
that," Lisa said.
Eye to Eye
Pulling each other close as they
dance to "Wonderful Tonight,"
Shanti Garcia, senior, and
Annie Knish, junior, enjoy the
three hour long dance in the
Commons. To sustain the
tradition of holding the dances
in the Commons, after the
Homecoming dance moved to
the Food Court, Turnabout
returned to the Commons.
Winter Woes
As they trudge through the
snow on their way into the
school, juniors Mark
Illingworth, Jaime Vliek, and
Angela Poe, and senior Dan
Haney avoid the snow-filled
sidewalk to keep shoes, dresses
and suits clean for the dance.
Overzealous about their
appearances at dances, students
often blew their looks out ol
proportion.
Turnabout-35 B
Searching to make their
prom night a "Magic
Moment ", students stretch
i magina tions and rack brains
jntil perfect plans become
More Than a
Date
Prom
•This Magic
Moment
•May 10
•Junior Class
sponsored
•215 tickets sold
•$60 ticket price
•Center for
Visual and Per-
forming Arts
•6:30-1 lp.m.
• DJ: Solid Gold
ne
Three $800 cottages; Mr. Chuck Schallhom's, social
studies teacher, seven rolls of film; dates flown in from Oklahoma
and California; and one night to make the most of it all.
Striving to make their prom a magical moment, students went
to varying extremes to fulfill the nights' expectations. With many
opportunities for the weekends plans, students sought out some
of the most extravagant modes of transportation and recreation.
"We rented out a cottage in Michigan City. Our group had 15
couples. It was two stories high with balconies surrounding both
levels," Shawn Higgins, senior, said.
While some students took the relaxed, yet expensive route to
make the weekend as memorable as possible, others enjoyed a
night on the town in Chicago at a comedy club or taking a cruise
on The Odyssey or Jamaica, the B96 party boat.
"After prom my date and I went to Chicago and took a carriage
ride and went out to eat. Then, after staying up all night we drove
to Great America the next day," Eileen Mapalad, senior, said.
"We rented out TNT Twisters afjer prom. We listened to the
stereo they had there and jumped on the trampoline and in the
foam pit," Derek Serna, senior, said. "Roger Luna thought he'd try
some WWF wrestling on me and dropped me on my head on the
trampoline. I scraped my knees and elbows, and my
neck was sore for a couple days."
While most students spent long hours making
plans, others focused on picking the best date
possible. With several options for a date, some
students went elsewhere to find a companion.
"Joe Christiansen flew in from Oklahoma to go to
prom with me. Sixteen of us went to pick him up at
the airport, and three guys painted J-O-E on their
chests." Roxana Bargoz, junior, said. "We all hid
behind a counter to jump up and surprise him. We
brought the camcorder and everything."
With memories to capture and pictures to take,
cameras flashed throughout the entire dance. Unable
to recall every moment of the night, pictures helped
capture the mood of the evening.
"For the past four years, I went to prom and took
pictures of all of the students dressed up," Mr.
Schallhorn said. "Everyone always ran out of
pictures, so it was the only way to get photos."
Whether renting out a cottage or flying dates in
from 2,000 miles away, students often went to
extremes in their quest for the perfect evening.
Sound
“We rented out TNT
Twisters after prom . "
Derek Serna, senior
'36-Life
King Me
With a crown on his head and a
smile on his face, Mike Grady,
senior, receives a pat on the back
and applause from classmates
after being crowned Prom King.
"I was psyched when my
Advisory voted for me to be in
the running. My friends
Brandon Fritzsche and Mike
O'Brien went all out with an
unauthorized campaign to get
me chosen," Mike said.
Star Struck
Enjoying the atmosphere of the
evening, juniors Dave Steinberg
and SanDee McCutchen dance
to the music. Prom festivities
offered couples an opportunity
to get dressed up and have a
romantic evening together.
Sing Along
Showing off their unique moves on the dance
floor, seniors Lisa Tabion and Kavitha Pai, sing
and dance to the music. The DJ, Solid Gold Sound,
entertained attendees with his own re-mixes and
a variety of musical selections.
Final Check
To fix her date, Wade Jaquess', collar, Jayme Parr,
senior, adjusts a button. Striving for the perfect
appearance, girls had dresses made months in
advance, and guys went to numerous fittings
spending anywhere from $70-$l 20 on their tuxedo.
Capture the Moment
Smiling for the camera, seniors Jenny Johnson and
Dan Zimmerman pose for a picture, while Jim
Lemon, senior, captures the photo opportunity.
Whether grabbing blue balloon centerpieces at the
end of the night or relying on their iced picture
frames and key chain momentos as keepsakes,
dance-goers collected memories of the evening.
Prom-37 -
After one month of
rehearsals, sixteen
actors await their
audience’s reaction
T^ evoting 71 hours exhausting
amounts of energy and concentration,
Missy Depa, junior, failed to obtain a
48-inch bronzed trophy
Sights Set
On
Applause
It ivas a Dark
and Storm y Night
I Oct. 3 and 5
I 7 p.m.
I $3
I Mrs. Renee Kouris,
Director
Marjorie Roades,
senior.
Student Director
for her efforts. Her
picture failed to make
the newspaper's front
page. She remained
empty-handed.
However, as she took
her final bow, a gleam-
ing smile engulfed her
face as she gazed over
the crowd before her.
Actors gained a sense of
self-satisfaction while
the audience rewarded their efforts
with praise and applause.
Striving through weeks of re-
hearsal, actors placed everything on
the line in a short two hour time span.
They displayed their talents before a
packed auditorium trying to evoke
some display of emotion from the
audience, according to Anne Peterson,
sophomore. An occasional chuckle,
sob or sigh rewarded their hard work.
"It was motivational," Anne said.
"The audience's reactions made me
feel really good-as if I did a good job
up there on the stage."
However, Director Renee Kouris,
English teacher, did not regard every
audience response in the same
appreciative manner that some did.
"We liked reaction," Mrs. Kouris
said, "but we wanted appropriate
reaction. The students on opening
night needed to understand that such
a place was not a mosh pit. They
didn't realize that in a theater, they
should have sat attentively in order to
enjoy the production."
By the end of the second perfor-
mance, the actors observed a different
crowd compared to the one of the
previous night. Relatives replaced the
former student spectators.
"The closing night audience was
extremely respectful and responsive,"
Mike Harbison, senior, said. "They
appreciated the hard work and talent
put into the production."
After the cheering, whistling and
clapping of hands had subsided, and
the crowd began to file out of the
auditorium. Missy lingered upon the
deserted stage. Memories of the
shouts and applause from the crowd
assured her of a job well done.
H
ands
up
Growling and grunting, Jordan
Mayer, junior, escapes from
his room to frighten the guests
as they come to meet their
doom in the gruesome hotel.
Thirty crew members worked
for four straight Saturdays to
create a dark, dreary set that
established the mood. The
costumes, lighting and special
effects added creative touches.
Back off
As Katie Brown, senior, creeps
into an old hotel, she sees a
quarrel between two cousins
portrayed by juniors Tess
Given and Roxana Bargoz. The
two eccentric old ladies carried
on with antics like practicing
bizarre dance moves.
■38-Life
Boxed in
On the lookout for Cousin
Ebenizer, Katie Brown, senior,
finally escapes the wooden
crate he trapped her in. Katie
started acting on a whim at the
age of 8 when a friend dared
her to try out for a play at a
Northwestern University
biology camp. From that point,
Katie performed in out-of-
school productions and acted
in six high school plays.
Face it
To add to senior Dave Week's
intimidating character, Denise
Trelinski, senior, smears latex
Halloween make-up on his
face to create a contorted
appearance. Developing
characters through make-up
and hair design, crew
members drudged through
hours of preparation with the
actors before each show. "I
used whatever make-up Mrs.
Kouris supplied and my
imagination to make him
gruesome." Denise said.
“LJ nreachable star”
After entering the back of the auditorium, Franz
Kerekes, junior, sings, "The Impossible Dream."
To add to the plays length, actors lip synched
with background music tracks.
Sweet serenade
As Heather Harker, junior,
stands in disbelief, the
muleteers, Brian Johnson,
junior, Roger Luna, senior,
and Peter Melcher, junior,
convince her they have a new
found respect for her and will
treat her right. Acting on
stage, students grew closer
establishing lasting friend-
ships during long hours.
Close company
Waiting for his turn in the
make-up chair, Ryan McNeil,
senior, and crew member
Emily Holly, freshman, relax
backstage on opening night.
Listening to a Walkman or
lounging around backstage,
the cast exibited calm
appearances opening night.
■40-Student Life
Ever loyal
While performing a solo,
Jordan Mayer, junior, exclaims
that he will follow Don
Quixote wherever he goes.
Adding hand gestures and
facial expressions helped
Jordan to perfect his character-
ization on stage.
A
■L A-s the curtains closed on con-
cluding night of Don Quixote de la
Mancha, the actors proudly took their
final bows. Looking out at the approv-
ing crowd, these students realized
they were not the sole deservers of
recognition or rewards for accom-
plishments on stage that night.
Putting in countless hours adjust-
ing lights, applying makeup and
perfecting sound quality, the crew
also deserved a round of applause.
"The crowd doesn't get to see the
crew's hard work. That was just as
important to the show as the actors,"
Jordan Mayer, junior, said.
Whether ordering extravagent
costumes or working on acting,
blocking and set construction in
Drama and Stagecraft classes, Mrs.
Renee Kouris, drama sponsor, made
the production possible.
"Mrs. Kouris's costume choices
were unique. The makeup and wigs
made the characters more believable
who were pretty unbelievable to begin
with," A1 Song, senior, said.
Along with the attention to makeup
and props, the crew spent as much
time as possible perfecting backstage
work on Don Quixote. However, they
felt having only eight practices
affected their work. According to head
lighting technician J .J. Pestikas, senior,
the crew would've provided addi-
tional, more involved special effects.
Finding their niche
behind the curtain,
crew members add
light and energy
but a lack of time restricted their
potential creativity.
Keeping on task and repeating
scene after scene at every one of the
mere eight practices, the cast and crew
remained in a state of commotion
throughout the production process.
"Production nights were crazy ,as
people ran around,
finding props, and
walkie-talking each
other," Marjorie Roades,
senior, said.
As actors memorized
their pages of lines, and
the crew perfected their
many cues, the actors
and crew members
bonded together to
ensure a successful
production.
"I never appreciated
the work the stagehands
did until I was in a play," Jen Kalina,
sophomore, said. "I never realized
how much work occurred."
As the actors grew to respect crew
talents, the crew learned to appreciate
actors' skills as well. The crew and
cast realized all hard work had paid
off as the last spot lights switched off
engulfing the auditorium in darkness .
Flowers and compliments from
parents and friends rewarded actors
and crew members alike. Knowing
that their characters, scenery and
effects impacted the audience made
their production efforts worthwhile.
Hidden
Point
of View
Don Quixote
de la Mancha
I Jan. 13 and 14
I 7 p.m.
I $3
I Mrs. Renee
Kouris,
Director
Missy Depa,
junior.
Student Director
U p in arms
Being carried off by the
muleteers against her
will. Heather Harker, junior,
screams for help. Restricted to
only eight rehearsals, the cast
had to perfect their blocking
quickly before opening night.
Lights.camera.action !
Checking the lights and sound
technicalities, Alan Horn,
junior, and J.J. Pestikas, senior.
prepare the backstage
equipment prior to opening
night. Crew members put in
extra time to ensure success.
Winter Play-41
Last resort
To dissolve the Alma Lou
Company, Justin Treasure,
junior, begs Heather Harker,
junior, for help.
P ave the way
In search of Conrad Birdie,
Melisa Benavente, senior,
hurries to push her load of
luggage to the train station.
Crack
a smile
Full of dashed hopes, Rachel
Gribble, junior, seniors
Elizabeth Wickland and Kelly
Rothschild and Caroline
Miller, sophomore, sigh over
their idol Conrad Birdie's
sudden army departure.
Change of face
After hearing the upsetting
news about Conrad Birdie,
Justin Treasure, junior sings
"Put On a Happy Face" to
change the girls' frowns to
smiles. The 15 musical
numbers in the play helped
keep the action moving.
■42-Life
On any ordinary school day,
stressed-out students would have
been fast asleep by midnight, but the
week before Bye Bye, Birdie opened its
curtains, the cast and crew members
spent late night hours reciting lines
and reviewing scenes.
Because of long rehearsals and the
musical's date moving up two months
ahead of schedule due to construction,
the directors, cast and crew members
learned to work around other events
that concurred with their stage lives.
Left with little time to produce a
musical, the first-time directors, Ms.
Michelle Walker, Purdue Calumet
professor, and Dr. Tim Bartlett, choir
teacher, had to act fast. Despite an
overwhelming number of suggestions
to put on Grease, they chose the
musical Bye Bye, Birdie instead.
"It had a good storyline with a love
story twist," senior Melisa Benavente,
who played the lead female role of
Rosie, said. "It was a musical many
could relate to, and it had a Spanish
female in the lead role."
They held auditions in the first
week of December and chose the cast
a week later. With the clock ticking
away, the directors began rehearsals,
but the coinciding production of the
winter play kept them out of the
auditorium and left them to practice
in the Food Court or the choir room.
"The musical was moved up two
months and it was a big thing, but it
was necessary because there was no
other way to do it," Dr. Bartlett said.
"It coincided with all the activities and
events that it usually did not coincide
with like Poms and Speech and
Debate. We had to work around all
those things and become a little more
flexible. It became a real challenge to
W oman to woman
During "How Lovely to Be a Woman," Jill
Barnes, junior, sings to her friend, Christine
Blake, sophomore, about how she has mastered
maturity and ripened into adulthood at the
delicate age of 15. Main characters of the
musical connected with each other through
retreats at director Dr. Tim Bartlett's house.
Hours devoted to
getting Bye Bye,
Birdie into flight take
commitment
work around those things."
After a two-week break for winter
vacation, the cast and crew returned
to two-hour rehearsals and tried to
adapt the time to their everyday lives
While the directors dealt with the
pressures of making deadlines for
tickets and publicity, cast and crew
members worried about raising their
grades, getting enough rest and
dealing with their job
responsibilities. Because
practices started at
8 p.m. to prepare the
cast for opening night,
they ended up arriving
home around midnight
or early in the morning.
"I always had a
problem with work,"
Melissa Martin, junior
said. "I had to work a
lot, but with musical
rehearsals, I had to call
off all the time. I could
never get enough sleep
either because of all the homework I
needed to keep up with."
As opening night approached,
some cast members rushed to perfect
their lines, and others still wondered
where to go on stage. With the help of
retreats and slumber parties, the cast
came together and helped each other.
"The last week before opening
night became known as 'Hell Week',"
Brooke Banach, junior, said. "It was
the time when you worked until you
were tired or just dead. Because we
realized that we were going to have to
put up with these people for a long
time, our connection was automatic."
But, when the dusty, maroon
velour curtains rose, the directors, cast
and crew members realized all the
persistent practicing and sleepless
nights benefited them. Blinded by
spotlights, the cast paraded on stage
hand in hand after their performance;
they released themselves from all their
stress and tension and relished in the
enjoyment of acting and making the
audience smile at the final play
production on the auditorium's stage.
Pushing It
to the
Limit
Bye Bye, Birdie
March 6-9
Time: 8 p.m.
and 2 p.m. on
Sunday
$5
Ms. Michelle
Walker and Dr.
Tim Bartlett,
directors
Jennifer Szabo,
junior, student
director
Musical-43 -
BEFORE
BULLDOZERS
SWEEP
THROUGH,
STUDENTS
ATTEND
BATTLE
ON
A
LAST
A
NOTE
i two girls frantically rushed
around the house fixing their last
touches of make-up, they realized
they only had 20 minutes before the
12th annual Battle of the Bands.
As they hurried through the South
glass doors past the administration
and police, their eyes lit up at the
crimson color that emanated from the
empty auditorium chairs.
In years past, students packed into
the auditorium anywhere from an
hour or an hour and a half early in
order to claim their front row seats.
However, this battle seemed to
embody quite a different atmosphere.
"On Friday the lunch ticket sales
only totaled about 200," Student
Body President Brian Christiansen,
senior, said. "In years past ticket sales
have exceeded 800 during the day."
With tightened security, including
administrators, police officers and
security guards at every exit probing
the screaming crowd, students
shunned away from attending.
"I saw a student get breathalyzed
10 seconds after he walked through
Behind Battle
DATE: March 14
TIME: 6:30 p.m.
COST: $7 at school and $10
at the door
TICKETS SOLD: 450
FIRST PLACE: 62 Cents
SECOND PLACE:
Blue Light Special
THIRD PLACE: Scooter and
the Bush Pilots
'44-Llfe
BEFORE
THE
AUDITORIUM
CRUMBLES
the door," Rachel Gribble, junior,
said. "I guess any suspicion from the
administration was enough."
Although tightened security may
have aided in the shallow turnout,
attending students only added to the
satisfaction of the bands that played.
Most bands started practicing every
day of the week for a month before.
"I had so much fun at battle. I was
so excited because I was just a
freshman and I was playing in a
band. When I first went out on the
stage, I could see all of my friends in
the crowd dancing and I wasn't
nervous anymore," Mary Spomar,
freshman, said.
"This was my first year in battle,
but three members of the band,
including myself, had older siblings
that had played in battle and won. It
was kind of tradition and a legacy to
want to be in it," Gilbert Bogner,
sophomore, said. "We played classic
rock so that the crowd would get
involved and we were really happy
with the crowd involvement."
Although battle didn't draw in as
many students as it had expected, the
show still went on. Students still
danced, screamed and sang for the
last time in the aged auditorium
before construction abolished the
existing stage two weeks later.
CROWD PLEASERS
Dressed in their Jimmy Buffet attire. Hill Son,
senior, sings "Volcano" while Brien Creiger, '96,
Liz Anzur, junior, and seniors Rita Schmid and
Cara Bailey dance and sing along. Los Rojos
earned crowd appeal through playing music
that most students were familiar with.
SOUND SUPPORT
Harmonizing with the lead
singer of 62 Cents, band mem
bers Melisa Benavente, senior,
Meghan Ambre, sophomore,
and Adriana Medynsky, fresh-
man, sing and play back up
with a saxophone and
tamborines. 62 Cents won first
place with their entertaining
classic rock selections.
TUNE IN
Hoping to win over the hearts
of the crowd, John Wasem,
senior, concentrates while
hoping to produce an effective
sound on his guitar. With a
shallow turnout of only 450
students from the norm of 800,
Student Government lost S500.
BLOW OUT
Playing his saxophone during
the instrumental part of a Dave
Matthews Band song, Scott
Senchak, sophomore, displays
to the crowd his diverse musical
talents. Scooter and the Bush
Pilots, named after the lead
singer Scott Senchak, received
third place at battle.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
As a member of Blue Light
Special, Jenny Rosenthal, senior.
strums her guitar. Battle
provided for a wide range of
music from classic to punk rock.
Battle of the Bands-45 B
COMING
TOGETHER
FOR ONE
FINAL TIME
AND LASTING
MEMORIES,
SENIORS
FORGE
THEIR
OWN
WAYS
A
the 30th graduating class, 285
seniors and a filled fieldhouse took
their seats, the last eight graduates to
file in finished their high school
careers much like they began. Deal-
ing with the unexpected, they stood
uncertain of what to do as they
waited for their missing row of chairs
to arrive before being seated. Finally,
the assembled 293 member Class of
'97 sat ready to officially place
closure on their high school years.
Decked out in red and white
gowns and hats, honored students
wore gold and silver accents to
signify added achievements above
basic graduation requirements. For
the first year, the top ten received
their diplomas in numerical order as
opposed to alphabetically while the
announcement of a new Highest
Honors category, with students
earning GPAs above 4.25, followed.
"It was meaningful to be able to
walk up there with a gold tassel and
a silver shawl so the whole place
knew that I had achieved something
special," Chris Boudi, senior, said.
Achieving the highest cumulative
GPA in the Senior Class, valedicto-
rian Kunal Shah, spoke about his
classmates' personalities and paths to
success, stressing the importance of
perseverance and adaptability in
obtaining a successful future. He
affirmed that his class did not need
luck to succeed; instead, he opted to
end his speech reiterating the Nike
message "Just do it Class of '97."
Following the valedictorian
address, the senior choir replaced the
chatter in the Fieldhouse and per-
formed for the last time with the
melodies of "Like An Eagle" leaving
AS CAPS TAKE
FLIGHT AND
TRADITION
TRANSFORMS
seniors with final thoughts of knowl-
edge gained and experiences ahead.
"It was the song, what it said and
looking out at the entire class and all
the parents while I was singing that
made everything so emotional,"
Heather Hamilton, senior, said. "I
thought I was going to start bawling
if I didn't hold Stacy Bulan's hand
because I knew it was the last time
we would be singing together."
Recapping the uncertainty which
filled the class's four year career,
Cara Bailey, senior, took her place on
the stage as the salutatorian. Taking
the audience from freshman through
senior year, students reminisced over
days of the near and distant past.
"Graduation brought mixed
feelings," Peter Cullen, senior, said.
"I was happy that four years of hard
work had paid off and I was also
kind of upset because my friends and
I were parting ways."
As Senior Class vice-president
Mindy Nicholas paused and then
announced Nick Zubay, the final
graduate, cheers swelled as fellow
"Z" graduate Dan Zimmerman cart
wheeled down the center aisle.
Heading out of the fieldhouse on a
celebratory note, the Class of 1997
filed into the Commons where a
whirlwind of pictures with friends
and hugs from parents awaited them.
After four years of experiences
with friends, family and teachers,
graduates walked through the Food
Court doors one last time. Thinking
about fears to overcome and new
doors to open, students looked
toward the future that laid ahead.
SAID AND DONE
Addressing the Senior Class in
his Valedictorian speech,
Kunal Shah, senior, focuses on
the opportunities of the future.
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DRESSED TO KILT
Graduating in the Highest
Honors category, Tejal Shah,
senior, listens attentively as
Ryan McNeil, senior, displays
his Scottish kilt under the
traditional gown. "I wanted to
be a little bit different," Ryan
said. "But I also wanted to ex-
press respect for my heritage."
POINTING THE WAY
Kidding around before the
procession, seniors Allison
Baut and Todd Compton wait
in their assigned room. Due to
construction, students had to
check in at separate rooms as
opposed to the traditional line-
up in the auditorium.
GENERATION NEXT
Satisfying a last minute thirst
before lining up for the cer-
emony, Andy Trgovich,
senior, buys a drink from the
Pepsi machine. As family and
friends read their beige pro-
grams in the filled bleachers,
seniors anxiously waited in the
Commons and hallways to
make their way to their seats
CAPPING IT OFF
As they wait in their assigned
check-in room, Becky Rueth,
senior adjusts Allison Mack's,
senior, white cap and tassel, to
put on the finishing touches.
BITE OF SUCCESS
After receiving their diplomas,
seniors Laura Ellingsen, Paul
Economou, Beth Eberhardt,
and Mike Dujmovic show
individual signs of relief.
Graduation-47*
Down Under
Blown Away
To gain an extra 25 points
in Mr. Jeff Graves' physics
class, Seth Cashman,
senior, and Mike
Nishimura, junior, go to
odd ends inflating a hand-
made hot air balloon with a
hair dryer. Bizarre
assignments left students
performing unusual tasks
in order to make the grade.
While teaching snorkeling
as a Project Biology aide on
a Sunday evening, Mindy
Nicholas, senior, livens up
the mood by dunking
Derek Smith, senior, under
the water. Besides arriving
to this zero hour class at
6:43 a.m. each day. Project
Biology students also
sacrificed Sunday evenings
realizing that some classes
exceeded the standard
seven hour school day.
As students progressed steadily down life’s
winding road, they exaggerated any minute
pebble that stumbled across their path thinking
of it as an immense boulder obstructing their
way. Turning mole hills into mountains, students
blew life’s little glitches out of proportion.
Whether spending $60 on a U2
concert ticket or stretching their
emotions to make the grade with a
tearful breakdown to a teacher for that
extra two points, students exaggerated
tiny aspects of their lives.
"I lived for 'Party of Five/ " Alison
Schumacher, sophomore, said. "I
planned my entire schedule around it,
and I warned my friends not to call
my house on Wednesday nights."
Surpassing all boundaries of
control, students lost their grips on
reality as their hearts turned toward
stars and celebrities. They plunged
overboard in admiration striving to
display their love for these idols.
"My friends and I idolized Dave
Matthews," Leah Gilbert, junior, said.
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it
Weird Science
Meticulously examining
the specific instructions ot
a chemistry laboratory
exercise, Mark Burek,
sophomore, puts in extra
time after school to recover
from absences. The
believability of horror
stories passed down from
former students prevailed
as sophomores reluctantly
entered the infamous
chemistry lecture halls.
Get The Picture
With a shriek of relief,
Elena Benavente, junior,
shows Cara Bailey, senior,
her Turnabout pictures.
Whether searching for the
perfect pose or bombarding
the picture pick-up line,
some students exaggerated
the importance of photos.
"For each concert, we wrote him a
personal letter and stuffed it in a bear
that we threw on stage. At his Notre
Dame concert, we snuck back stage
and met him. After we gave him a
hug, we ran into the nearest bathroom
screaming and jumping around."
Performing a balancing act between
social lives and education, students
found themselves trapped within a
web of coinciding responsibilities.
From six-hour musical rehearsals
lasting until midnight to 4 a.m. wake-
up calls for Saturday speech meets,
attention focused upon maintaining a
medium within their schedules as they
juggled time-consuming activities.
"For our first yearbook deadline, we
didn't realize how long it would take
to finish all of our spreads," photogra-
phy editor Jennifer Zenos, senior,
said. "We had to work throughout the
night, and we didn't mail the spreads
until 2 p.m. the next day."
On the other hand, intellectually
inclined students set aside all of their
other concerns directing the majority
of their focuses solely toward their
education. Placing much importance
upon gaining points and fulfilling
their long-term academic goals, some
students placed academics first.
"In Mr. Russell's photography class
I received an 89.96 percent," Sarah
Huber, junior, said. "Although I cried
and pleaded to him, he didn't round
my grade up. I tried to ignore him
from then on, and 1 held a grudge."
Pushing themselves to extremes,
students struggled through difficult
measures in order to succeed.
Whether staying up all night to cram
for a test or skipping school to finish
an English project, students experi-
mented with a variety of methods.
"I stayed up almost all night
studying for my bio final and then
tried doing some last minute cram-
ming the next day. On my way to
class, I walked through the halls with
my head in a book and ran into kids,"
Janice Florczak, freshman, said.
As students journeyed onward
down the road of life, the boulders
they had attended to with much
concentration and concern subsided
into tiny, inconsequential pebbles.
Feature-49*
Glaymation
Experimenting with his clay the day
before actually sculpting, Dustin
Pawola, senior, practices for his art
project. In certain classes, like art,
students acquired knowledge
through individual trial and error.
Points to ponder
Recalling what she learned.
Stephanie Garza, junior, works on
her Spanish test. Whether learning
alone or with others, students tested
what they knew by themselves.
Pick n' choose
Discussing her newest contact sheet
with Mr. David Russell, photogra-
phy teacher, Nicole McDermot,
sophomore, decides on the best
photo to print. Some more technical
classes required students to rely on
their teacher's expert opinions.
Point and click
Looking for the right program,
Rebecca Budzik, senior, begins to
work in keyboarding. According to
Rebecca, classes such as keyboarding
"weren't much of a challenge."
50-Academics
Moldinq
7 ers leamlng ,
skills
On the superhighway of learning, test
day loomed as a dreaded destination.
How students arrived there remained
their choice. Some braved the treacher-
ous curves of the road alone while other
students grabbed a few friends and
joined the carpool lane.
Riding alone had its advantages;
students tested their own knowledge,
not what everyone else knew. The
carpool option helped some people also.
If a student did not understand a certain
concept, someone could always help
them, and what good was a road trip
without somebody to go with? One way
or another, students always arrived at
their testing end point. Some prepared
for what lay ahead, and some wished
they began the ride a little earlier.
Those students who chose to ride
solo sometimes found it easier to
concentrate by themselves. Fewer
wanderings to random topics proved a
deterrent from forming groups.
"I studied by myself," Priya Pai,
freshman, said. "If you were in a group,
you tended to get off the subject more,
and you did not really learn as much."
Unusual methods of learning and
memorization kept some students from
joining others in their studies.
"I read or I closed my eyes and
repeated stuff to myself, but 1 couldn't
have done that in front of people,"
Zoran Zarkovic, junior, said.
A necessity for intense study on a
particular subject led students to opt for
private study. Without other people
involved it proved easier for them to
concentrate on their own needs.
"I preferred to work by myself
because I knew what I needed to work
on. I could have looked stuff up, but
when I worked with other people I had
to help them, and I did not get as much
done as I could have on my own,"
Agnes Stanko, junior, said.
Ignoring the "home" in homework,
other students allowed their teachers to
handle all of their educational needs.
"I didn't study. I listened in class;
that was it, and I still did fine," Tom
Anthony, sophomore, said.
As rigorous as it may have seemed to
some, learning sometimes became more
fun with outside sources added to it. To
some students these outside sources
became helpful tools of learning, for
others they did not help at all.
"I think studying in groups was just
another excuse to hang out with your
friends," Jim Abercrombie, junior, said.
Other students disagreed. According
to them, studying in groups held
numerous advantages, including the
ability to brainstorm together.
"Working in groups gave you
different perspectives and angles on
others' ideas on a topic; so from them
you could have learned something you
never may have realized otherwise,"
Missy Angel, junior, said.
Attending
classes day
after day and
realizing that
school
inevitably
necessitates
tests and
quizzes,
teens control
the final
choice
whether to
study alone
or in groups
Mead of the class
In the middle of Mrs. Jody Weiss'
lecture to her English 9 class, her
students sit back in their seats. Some
student relied on their teachers for
feeding them the information they
needed for the tests and finals.
One last touch
Filling in the final answers.
Pete
Hatton, junior, prepares to turn in
his fifth hour Zoology test. When test
time arrived, dedicated students had
to sacrifice time with friends to
reinforce themselves with flashcards
or other personal memory devices.
I vs. Us-51"
Personal
Helping friends not only to achieve
an answer, but also to fully understand
what a problem meant became a high
priority to study groups.
"Sometimes, there was a small catch
in a problem," Michelle Stenger, fresh-
man, said. "To do the rest of the home-
work, you had to understand that catch.
If the other people got it and
explained it to you, then you
could get that answer and
finish the homework."
Some students combined
the two possibilities of
studying into one and
received maximum results
from their efforts.
"After I studied in a
group, I studied on my
“After I studied
in a group, I
studied on my
own.”
Kavitha Pai,
senior
own," Kavitha Pai, senior, said. "When I
studied for AP Chemistry, I talked on
the phone with Ricky Shah. I took my
chemistry book, notes, study guide, old
chemistry books and anything else I
found that would have helped me to
stay focused, and then I put them in a
circle around me. I didn't know why,
but it helped me concentrate. It was the
only way to study for AP Chemistry."
A student jumped out of her car
alone and grabbed her backpack full of
books. She saw a group of kids getting
out of a similar car across the parking
lot and wondered if they actually
studied as much as she had. Little did
she know that the group she watched
wondered the exact same thing as they
headed in for the inevitable test.
c Think ‘Twice
Helping Nick Hecimovich, senior, on
a computer program, Steve Johnson,
senior, gives a few helpful hints.
Often in classes involving individual
work, students pulled together to
complete assignments.
Poetic partnership
Expressing her thoughts on a poem
for an English project, Bonnie Ahlf,
junior, explains her ideas to partner
Laura Murray, junior. "Group
projects were good because when
you were with peers you learned
from each other, and you didn't take
offense to their criticism like you
might from a teacher," Bonnie said.
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I ^
k
•V
Stud
j a/de
Since Mr Bruce Curme, physics
teacher, did not come to school and
Candace Blake, senior, missed school
the previous day, Adam Brown,
sophomore, helps her out with her
physics problems. When teachers
became unavailable, students were
left to teach each other understand
and learn.
Cab work
While Dan Watson, sophomore,
writes down lab data, his partner
Scott Senchak, sophomore, examines
a reaction in their test tube. The
extreme cost of chemistry equipment
led teachers to pair students in the
lab in order to defer costs.
I vs. Us-53 1
Common bound
At the end of passing period,
Demetrios Manousopoulos, junior,
and Greg Adamopoulis, freshman,
finish up their assignments. With a
wide range in some classes, students
could rely on help from friends in
other grades.
*Lwo across
•Looking up answers sophomores
Ariane Peralta and Shilpa Joshi work
on a crossword for Mr. Ross Halier' s
fifth hour Modem World History
class. Some teachers, like Mr. Haller,
gave students the freedom to choose
their partners for group assignments.
Ta *Hs
“Word association- if a word
sounded like something else
that had to do with the mean-
ing, it helped-especially in
Spanish,” Jason Ross, fresh-
man, said.
“Flashcards made it easier
for me to study. They mixed
up the order so that I did not
study the questions in the
same order,” Jeff Hagelberg,
sophomore, said.
Surviving
moot
When
lectures and
quizzes
don’t hold
attention
spans, teens
turn to toys,
food and
other gear
for relief
during the
day
Snuggled underneath the
sheets of her single bed, Erin
Krull, senior, awoke to the loud,
obnoxious "Good Morning" of
her pig alarm clock. After a night
filled with five hours of work at
Hohman Floral and research for
a composition on professions,
Erin dreaded the seven hours of
school that awaited her.
When school failed to keep
interests alive, students sought
lifesavers to help them survive
the day. Stressed with school
worries, students looked to
Beanie Babies, Mountain Dew
and the Zodiac to get them to the
final 2:45 p.m. bell.
DECA cookies They got
people in a good mood when they
smelled that fresh cookie dough in
the oven."
Dan Zimmerman, senior
E-mail "My family signed on to
the internet," Barbara Foreit, senior,
said. "From then on, I was able to
correspond with people that I knew
and that I met from far away."
Full back packs "I carried
everything in my backpack,"
Natasha
Janevski,
sophomore,
said. "I had my
life in that
thing. Not
only did it hold
my books and
other school
supplies but my
make-up, boxes
of crackers and
gum. It became a lifesaver for me."
A'
hai
ItOidS "I always
lad to have fresh
breath for the ladies."
Nate Berg, senior
Beanie Babies
"l carried one about
almost every day,"
Natalie Johnson,
sophomore, said. "It
was a fashion acces-
sory."
Carmex "There was
a very arid climate in
the school and my lips
were always dry."
Selly Adler, junior
Gum if i
didn't have
gum, I would
just have fallen
asleep," Kara
Argus, sopho-
more, said. "I
needed it to
stay awake."
Hackey
Sacks t
liked hack-
ing," Jason
Ross, fresh-
man, said.
"My brother
taught me
Juniors Johnny Ruiz,
George Kouros and
Dave Steinberg hack
in the Commons
during lunch.
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awhile ago and I hacked i
during lunch and after
school. It became a good
place to talk to your
friends."
•
Individuality
"Individuality was
important," Brooke
Banach, junior, said. "I
think when people didn't
express themselves or
didn't show feelings,
they felt something was
missing from them."
Jokes i used them to fight off
the construction blues."
Mr. Art Haverstock,
science teacher
Kleenex "With all the dust that
piled up in my room by the end of
the day, I needed it to breath."
Mrs. Nancy Newcomb,
business teacher
Lunch ladies They cooked us
the food," Jenna Riccio, junior, said.
" The administration wouldn't let
us go out for food and not everyone
was going to bring something, so
they had to do it for you."
Mountain
Dew "It was
the yellow
drink in the
slick green can
that kept me
awake during
class."
Mike Hatcher,
junior
No-Doz
"They made my
day interesting
because I would
get hyper and
hysterical, but I
basically took
them because I
Junior Megan Greenya suffers through a mid-
winter cold with the help ofkleenex.
didn't sleep," Abby Berzinis,
junior, said. "But, 1 didn't recom-
mend them to anyone, they gave
me a headache."
Sleep i slept during third hour," Mike
Grady, senior, said. "I didn't sleep at night
and I couldn't sleep during art or composition
or my fourth, fifth or sixth hour classes, so
third hour was my only opportunity."
Officers "I'm not here as a
threat," Officer Strbjak said "I was
here as an aid for students. I was
here to be a friend to everyone."
T-185 Calculator "it did everything,"
Jeff Nellans, junior, said. "It was the master of
Physics, Chemistry and all-known science. It
was small, convenient and did everything you
wanted it to."
Xena "Warrior Princess. I was in love with
her," Mr. Wroblelski, math teacher, admitted.
"I had the 10-inch doll and the action figures
for both people. She was all woman; she
could have had me begging."
Umbros
"They were
comfortable to
wear," Kurt
Terandy, senior
said. "They were
loose and light-
weight for the
school day."
Seniors Hani Zabaneh, Mike Domasica, Pat
Byrne and Todd Compton , juniors George
Kouros and Rachel Gribhle, and senior foe
Reidelbach lounge in the Commons during a
mid-morning passing period.
Passing Period "That's the
only time lgot to talk to my friends
since none of them were in my
classes or in my lunch."
Kari Dumakowski,
freshman
Quarters i needed quarters
for everything," John Bognar,
freshman, said. "They came in
handy when I bought a pop or I
needed to call someone after
school. They were always just nice
to have."
Reminiscing about their relationship since eighth
grade, seniors Mike Weichman and Melanie
Yuraitis laugh together in the Food Court.
Yellow Highlighter "I used it all the
time to underline all the important informa-
tion in all the sociology packets Mr.
Schallhorn gave us."
'
Walkie
Talkie
Ladies
"I guessed the
walkie talkie
ladies could have
been helpful,"
Danielle Delaney,
freshman, said.
"If someone was
hurt or in
trouble, they could walkie talkie the students
to Student Services for help."
Non-educational aide Mrs. Kathy
Webb stops seniors Nate Berg and
John Boyle during advisory
Vacation
day "They let
you take time off, so you
could spend more time
with your friends and not
have to do school work,"
Andrew Trgovich, senior,
said. "But, I thought we
needed longer vacations."
Sophomore Ariane
Peralta uses her T-185
calculator during her
math class.
Romance "It was nice to know
that someone out there was thinking
about me," Jay Wright, senior, said.
"That they cared about what I was
doing and what I was up to during
the day."
Gina Mirabelli, senior
Zodiac t didn't check my horoscope the
day it came out," Barbie Clay, senior, said. "I
always checked it the day after to see if ii was
really true."
Survival Gear-55 1-
Hurried assembly
With a desire to completenis
Algebra 2 homework before class,
Tom Richie, junior, struggles to tune
out the noise of the recognition
assembly. Students frantically
finished homework at all hours of
the day to earn a needed grade.
JaV Notg,
cuses
e cat made a mess on it.”
Mrs. Helga Meyer, German teacher
e butterflies ate it.”
Mrs. Linda Lemon, English teacher
student said she left it in the car. I told her to bring it the
n6xt day. She told me she couldn’t because it was in her
dad’s car on the way to California.”
Mr. Thomas Whiteley, U.S. History teacher
32 student’s father died his sophomore year. He had come
jn without his work finished, which was natural. The only
problem was that his father died again senior year.”
Mr. David Russell, English teacher
f tool time
Cutting wood for a bridge, Brian
Bishop, sophomore, works
diligently in second hour Construc-
tion Systems. Cooperative learning
offered an alternative to individual
efforts providing students the
chance to exchange ideas.
Getting ahead
While other AP Biology students
finish their in-class work, Allison
Baut, senior, puts the finishing
touches on her fourth hour
Economics homework. Allison
completed her AP Biology work
ahead of time so she could work on
other homework assignments.
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*
Find
o ge
Working until dawn or finishing
homework during the 18 minutes of
Advisory provided viable solutions for
overworked students scurrying to
finish assignments. Like many stu-
dents, Jeff Tsai, sophomore, often
found himself trying to complete work
during spare minutes in the school day.
"I was the biggest procrastinator in
the world. Homework was so repeti-
tious," Jeff said. "I usually did it during
Advisory or a lot of time I crammed at
lunch. I procrastinated so much that
when chemistry came around, I usually
did all the homework the day before."
Other more responsible students
chose to finish tasks on time regardless
of hectic schedules or lazy attitudes.
Excelling in school through homework
helped achieve academic success
according to Laura Ellingson, senior.
"Since homework was a big part of
my grade, it helped me boost my
grades," Laura said. "It helped me
prepare for tests and for college."
For procrastinating students, reasons
for not finishing their homework ran
the gamut from which class required
the work to thier teachers' attitudes
regarding credit for late work.
"Some teachers gave half credit, but
others said you should have handed it
in," Becky Cushing, senior, said.
Gough bous
To assist Matt Seaver, junior, in molding a dough
model, Mr. Chuck Shallhorn, social studies teacher,
holds a finished brain during third hour psychol-
ogy. Students created flour, salt and water "brains"
to better understand parts of the working mind.
And for conscientious students,
families played a role in thier work
ethic. According to Nina Bilimoria,
freshman, her family took homework
seriously to prepare her for college,
future responsibilities, commitments
and professions in the real world.
"I was brought up that my top
priority was to concentrate on studies
and do my best," Nina said. "My
parents enforced that."
Teachers assigned unique projects
like presenting news broadcasts in
Spanish to help students understand
the chapters or topics better. Students
found non-traditional homework a
welcomed break from the norm.
"I had to analyze my family for
sociology," Laura said. "It made me
realize that our family was different
because of our Christian values. It
helped me realize even more what a
wonderful family I had."
While not always interesting, typical
everyday assignments helped students
prepare for challenging tests.
"When I wrote things out it was
easier to remember for a test," Nina
said. "Repetition helped me a lot in
learning new and different concepts."
Although homework added stress
and hindered social lives, assignments
remained part of the everyday routine.
Geep thought
Concentrating on her Modern World History
homework, Ann Marie Matovina, freshman, starts
a worksheet. Extra time at the end of class gave
students a chance to get a headstart on homework
in order to free up evening time.
Complicated
five-page
research
papers and
fill-in-the-
blanks as-
signments
demand
precious
moments
both day and
night
Homework-57 -
Patch work
Kneeling down to reach the bottom
of the wall, Janna Pasztor, junior,
whitewashes a scenery flat in her
drama class. Alternative classes gave
students the opportunity to complete
assignments different from those
they completed every day.
c Lime crunch
Focusing attention on his paper,
Jason Rosko, junior, completes work
after school in the Commons.
Students used extra minutes to finish
required assignments for points.
Brought in French items to
French class for half a
letter grade
ticipated in charades in
ima for 10 points
*tjrchased Crystal Light
5r Zoology for 10 points
id a love poem during
February in World Litera-
ture for five points
Ate gelatin and pork rinds
-trr World Geography for
three points
Close call
As Miss Kelly Haussman corrects an
IBM sheet in second hour Chemis-
try, Sarah Alexander, sophomore,
reacts as she gains an additional
tour points on her test. Students
double checked test or homework
questions that seemed unfair or
misgraded in hope of a better grade.
Point blank
With hopes for an "A", Diane
Curtis, sophomore, utilizes her TI-85
to calculate her Spanish grade.
Grade sheets and calculators proved
helpful to concerned students who
kept track of points and grades.
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tchin
Stumbling into school at 7:30 a.m.
grasping a painted mask for World
Literature and Kleenex for Computer
Literacy, the student hummed a
Spanish song needed for first hour.
Completing all assignments in each
course and going beyond expectations
for extra credit, students struggled to
meet their academic goals pushing
their limitations and fears to the side.
From painting sets for drama
productions to consuming odd foods in
World Geography, students scavenged
for points experiencing unavoidable
embarrassment or expected dirtiness.
"A group of friends and I had to act
out scenes from Oedipus Rex for
Honors World Literature," Lisa Tabion,
senior, said. "We decided to make our
presentations better by making masks,
and after we finished, glitter, scraps of
paper, and markers were everywhere."
Extra credit came into play as
students brought in Kleenex, home-
made projects and signed play pro-
grams for an additional 5, 10 or 15
points inflating their grade.
"For Physics, I made a hot-air
balloon," Mark Somenzi, junior, said. "I
used tissue paper and folded it into
shapes and glued it together. I got 20
points although it never flew."
Grade check
Writing against a makeshift wall in North, Dan
Andrade, junior, checks out his Chemistry scores.
Teachers printed computerized progress sheets
for students to see where they stood in class.
Relying on past experiences with
extra credit, certain teachers decided
not to give students the option to
participate in earning additional points.
Students had to maintain their grades
with only the regular points from
standard assignments and tests.
“When I offered a lot of extra credit,
students didn't do as well on everyday
work. They believed that they could
make up missed points with all of the
extra credit work I gave," Mrs. Pat
Premetz, mathematics teacher, said.
Even after handling each demanding
assignment, students occasionally came
a point or two short of making their
grade of choice. Although the numbers
proved true, students searched in
pursuit of the nonexistent point.
"Twice in Mrs. Johnson's class I was
a point short of an A for the six weeks,"
Scott Shinkan, junior, said. "I ran
through my totals about 30 times to
find that extra point, but I never did."
After ruining his clothes in art class,
studying for history during lunch, and
almost embarrassing himself in the
middle of a speech, the student reaped
the benefits of his work. Looking at his
report card full of A's, he realized that
the long hours, the unbelievable mess
and the extra effort all paid off.
Cram session
To excel on their Spanish 4 test, juniors Annie
Knish, Rebecca Hoban and Seema Shah take time
from lunch to review. Spare moments helped
students keep up with daily work and tests.
Expanding
their minds,
using their
hands and
spending
their money,
students take
advantage of
opportunities
to reach the
ideal grade
through class
work, extra
credit points
or creativity
Facin
ituations
Speeches,
tests,
research
papers and
report cards
evoke terror
in the lives of
students who
find no way
to avoid the
everyday
nerve-
wracking
hassles
Nervously chewing her nails at her
desk, the anxiety-ridden student men-
tally prepared herself before hesitantly
walking to the front of the class to
deliver her speech to her critical peers.
With heart pounding, mind racing and
palms sweating, she took one last deep
breath before beginning.
Terror struck the hearts of many
students who found themselves in
similar situations. Students worried
about what their classmates thought
when they gave presentations.
"I was really nervous before 1 gave a
speech. I practiced it for my parents a
couple of times and wrote it on note
cards," Jeff I lagelberg, sophomore, said.
"I probably worried most about how the
audience reacted, and that I didn't make
any huge noticeable mistakes."
With speeches came grades and with
grades came report cards sending many
students into panic attacks. Afraid of
parents' reactions to their progress
reports, some students endeavored to
hide the grades mailed home following
each six weeks grading period, but they
didn't always succeed.
"For most of my classes, I did decent,
but classes like Senor LaReau's, I feared
for the worst," Ben Hoban, junior, said.
"1 would have tried to hide my report
card, but my twin sister's report card
always came home at the same time, so
my parents would have asked me where
mine was. If I didn't do well enough,
they gave me the 'I'm not trying hard
enough' speech, even though I actually
was trying really hard."
Nausea settled in some students'
stomachs at the mere thought of dissect-
ing an animal. Others felt faint upon
seeing a dead animal or smelling the
formaldehyde used for preservation.
"I never took any science classes that
required dissecting things because I
thought it was gross," Katie
VanBokkelen, junior, said. "Plus, I felt
really bad for the little animals that were
getting cut into pieces."
Try-outs also tested the nerves of
many students. However, once they
conquered their fears, they stood proud
of their accomplishments.
"It made me nervous to try out for
Jazz Band because I might have slipped
up and ended my chances," Eric Yttri,
freshman, said. "But when I found out I
made it, I felt really special and really
good because there were only two
freshmen who made it."
With presentations, quizzes and
grades looming over their heads,
students encountered much to worry
about in their everyday lives. Others'
opinions frightened some students,
while some tormented themselves over
personal achievements.
As the student wrapped up her
speech, the quiver in her voice and the
trembling of her hands ceased. Striding
back to her desk, she collapsed into her
seat and breathed a sigh of relief.
Toss up
Anticipating a perfect shot. Brad Gantz, freshman,
aims the basketball towards the hoop as his
classmates look on during second hour gym class.
With gym class came the dread of required
swimming days and coed activities. These days
offered many opportunities for embarrassments
like wearing bathing suits in front of others.
Ta
mbers
15: average number of days students swim in
gym class 8: speeches students give in speech
class 10: animals Zoology students dissect
2: weeks spent dissecting fetal pigs in AP Biology
6: weeks juniors have to write research papers
205: minutes it takes to complete the SAT
Jinal check
After Mrs. Renee Kouris, English
teacher, extended the due date,
Sarah Drolen, junior, reviews her
note cards and puts the finishing
touches on her term paper. “I was so
scared I would do bad, so I read it
over at least seven times," Sarah
said. "Each time 1 found something
wrong with it. Eventually 1 just gave
up and turned it in anyway."
rhodium paranoia
While studying the Civil War unit in
Mr. Tom Whiteley's U.S. History
class, Jim Brown, junior, delivers a
speech to his fifth hour class on the
Atlanta Campaign. Students
discovered even after they had
completed a mandatory speech class,
their other classes also entailed
giving presentations.
Sense ability
To determine the genetic ability to
detect certain tastes, seniors Pete
Cullen and Fernando Urzua taste
test the chemically treated papers in
AP Biology. Dissections and labs
such as this involved nerves and
strong stomachs for students.
Test terrors
During Mrs. Jody Weiss' English 9
class, freshmen Sean Adley and Bob
Brenner ponder over the words on
their vocabulary test. Whether
trying to remember how to spell a
word or a simple definition which
they knew the night before, anxiety
attacked some students when they
had to recall studied material.
Fears-61 1
Respectful
students
obey class
rules as they
turn attention
towards
teachers,
lectures and
assignments,
while others’
poor class
conduct
earns
punishment
As the teacher began her lecture for
the 54 minute period, she surveyed the
classroom of students. While some
diligently wrote notes, paid close
attention and listened intently, others
napped on their desks, carelessly
exchanged gossip with their neighbors
or loudly munched on leftover lunch.
Class manners illustrated by stu-
dents influenced the learning atmo-
sphere, both positively and negatively,
depending upon the control of the
teacher and the respect of students.
"Good class manners were when a
student obeyed the teacher. They took
notes, raised their hands, waited to be
called on, didn't cheat and didn't insult
others," Mark Olley, freshman, said.
"They had a good time but remained
respectful and considerate towards
teachers. I saw poor class manners all
the time when students disrupted
teachers by being insubordinate."
Teachers relied on various conse-
quences to eliminate poor class man-
ners. Assigning detentions, punishing
the entire class and distributing more
homework commonly followed a
distraction of poor conduct.
"Some teachers dealt with poor class
manners in a way that students didn't
understand the severity of what they
were doing, yet others were irrational
and yelled at the whole class which
made them less likeable," Mark said.
Although teachers attempted to
discipline students with displeasing
demeanors, the repercussions proved
ineffective as students repeatedly acted
out during the class period.
"Basically it depended on the class.
Juniors and seniors in some classes
were rowdy and talked back. The
teacher sent them to the office, but it
didn't work," Megan Chynoweth,
freshman, said. "The kids came back
the next day and did it again. Students
needed to show more respect."
In numerous cases class manners
reflected on the degree of respect
shown by students. Well-mannered
students obeyed the rules. They took
notes when told, waited to be called on,
payed attention to lectures and listened
well. They acknowledged the authority
of the teacher and demonstrated
courteous acts towards other students.
"There should have been equal
respect between students and teachers.
They should have been able to joke
around with each other to make class
more comfortable and not so serious,"
Seema Shah, junior, said. "Students
should have respected the teacher as
the principle authority. They should
not have used inappropriate language,
an attitude or talked back."
Adverse behavior skills in class
rooms disrupted lectures and diverted
the attention of students' concentration.
Oftentimes, students wasted class time,
and teachers grew frustrated.
"There were too many examples of
bad class manners with students who
didn't pay attention. The students
aren't taught respect anymore," Mr.
Tom Whiteley, Social Studies Depart-
ment chairman, said. "It all begins at
home. The majority were well-man-
nered, but others caused problems, and
it was hard to fight back."
The extent of corrupt manners
frequently depended on the domina-
tion of the teacher in class. Generally, a
teacher who gained control proved less
likely to experience a display of dis-
agreeable manners than a teacher more
influenced by the students.
"How students expressed class
manners depended on the teacher. If
the teacher didn't have control, the
students acted irresponsibly," Joe
Howarth, sophomore, said. "Teachers'
intimidation earned them more control
over the class. Also, if they gave respect
back to students and were fair, students
acted more mature in return."
With the sound of the bell, the
teacher wrapped up her lesson, and
students rushed to their next class.
Along with their backpacks, pink
detention slips followed several as a
result of poor manners while others
accepted a slightly heavier work load
caused by the disrespect of their peers.
Thirst quenching
With satisfying her thirst in mind, Kristie
Bullock, freshman, relies on her can of Mountain
Dew in Mrs. Jody Weiss' English 9 class.
Although drinking and eating in classes defied
school policy, flexible teachers permitted
students to do so with hopes of putting them at
ease during the period while learning.
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Hi gher learning
By listening intently to Miss Leigh
Ann Brown's lesson for the day, the
first hour English 11 class shows
respect and polite class manners in
the temporary choir classroom.
Well-behaved students focused
their concentration on the teacher
during important class lectures.
Shut-eye
To catch up on missed sleep,
Melissa Martin, junior, rests on her
desk during Mr. Tom Whiteley's
third hour U.S. History class. "I was
tired because I didn't get to bed
until late the night before," Melissa
said. Students relied on spare class
time take a break from their day.
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T * k ftot& ults
“Once a student screamed that I needed to get a life and
get over the enterprise.”
Mr. Paul La Reau, foreign language teacher
“In class one of my teachers told me that all I cared
about was monetary possessions. He also said that my
priorities were all wrong.”
Ricky Shah, senior
Class clown
Looking for entertainment, Nate
Berg, senior, bends the rules and
blows through a kazoo. "I was just
being myself," Nate said. In some
cases student distractions relieved
class tensions as students expressed
themselves; however, they also
reflected unfavorable manners.
Quiz wiz
In an attempt to defy the common
misconceptions of girls' mathemati-
cal abilities, Rachel Economou,
junior, overcomes the challenges
that face her in Mrs. Johnson's
trigonometry class.
Game time
flaying hockey in his fifth hour
gym class, Charlie Miller, senior,
passes the puck to his teammate.
Graduation obligated all students to
meet the Core 40 gym requirement,
even if it required a senior to be in a
class with all freshmen.
Quizzard
After receiving Mrs. Barbara
Johnson's Honors Trigonometry
quiz Jeff Hagelberg, sophomore,
and Marissa Collins, junior, hustle
to complete it before the hour ends.
Jeff took Honors Trigonometry as a
sophomore in order to complete his
math requirements early.
Ta ^ udes
“It bothered me when girls pulled
out make-up during class every
five minutes. They never thought
they looked good. They kept
reapplying, and I couldn’t even
tell the difference.”
Jeremy Piniak, senior
“It bothered me when guys
leaned back in their chair,
crossed their arms, put their
feet up on the desk in front of
them, and acted like they were
too cool to participate.”
Allison Paliga, sophomore
rialanced out
Alter delaying taking chemistry for
a year, Jonathan Gordon, junior,
measures out a compound while
sophomores Min Khaja and Debby
Feldman form a line behind him.
Some students elected to take a
course as an upperclassman because
it helped make some difficult
classes less overwhelming.
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Signing up for a class at Purdue
Calumet seemed simple enough, but
when Jayme Parr, senior, walked into
her classroom she discovered more
than she had originally bargained for.
"I took a speech class at Purdue
Calumet. More than half the class was
married, and I was barely 18," Jayme
said. " I didn't really feel uncomfort-
able, just out of place. The teacher tried
not to let the differences affect the class.
It was interesting because of the age
difference. I got opened up to a lot of
new perspectives."
Walking into a classroom full of
adult students or finding oneself an
obvious minority, first impressions
often alarmed students. However, once
they adapted to their unfamiliar
environment, students learned to
express themselves and feel comfort-
able with their surroundings.
"There were only two other guys in
my entire child development class,
Adam Guzman, senior, said. "I learned
a lot, though. I got to see what women
went through and had to deal with. At
fifelly up
Curing Child Development class, Adam Guzman,
senior, tries on an empathy belly with the help of
juniors Elena Benavente and Natalie Biel. Child
development classes used different assignments to
simulate pregnancy and parenting.
first I felt out of place, but after the girls
and guys got to know each other,
everything went well."
While some students opted to take
only the required courses, others chose
to go beyond expectations and enroll
themselves in classes that most people
wouldn't expect them to take.
"It was worth taking Honors Trigo-
nometry as a sophomore. I got used to
it. I finished math a year ahead of
everyone else. I also had more room for
classes that I wanted to take my senior
year," Jeff Hagelberg, sophomore, said.
While finding themselves in the
minority may have seemed difficult at
first, students learned that after over-
coming these challenges there lied
many unknown opportunities.
As Jayme calmly approached the
front of the room to display her presen-
tation, she acknowledged her new
found relaxation compared to her first
presentation. Jayme found satisfaction
once she conquered her hesitations and
fears and related to her fellow class-
mates, despite the age or sex differ-
ences that existed between them.
Sweat it out
One of two boys in the sixth hour Foods and
Fitness class, Jeff Perz, senior, excercises to Mrs.
Linda Scheffer's instructions. Guys and girls
enlisted in Foods and Fitness to learn about
healthy eating and excercising methods.
Redefining
the image of
a typical
student,
teens go
beyond
stereotypes
and prove
assumptions
don’t always
hold true
Dashing
from NHS
tutoring
duties to
band
practice,
students
balance
busy
schedules
between
daily
demands
and required
obligations
Sounds of trumpets, saxophones and
a piano filled the empty hallway where
Patti Martin, sophomore, rushed
frantically to finish her homework
before the flute sectional began.
"Band students had more after-
school demands," Patti said. "People
thought we didn't do anything. They
thought we just went to class."
Fulfilling responsibilities turned into
a balancing act for busy students.
School and extracurriculars required
time management for those students
who took demanding classes.
"I sacrificed my personal time for
responsibilities and schoolwork," Patti
said. "Some responsibilities determined
my future more than others."
Athletic games played on school
nights affected athletes' responsibilities
as games conflicted with homework.
"Making the grades was important
to me," Derek Javorek, junior, said.
"After games I was too tired and never
had enough time. I always had work."
Athletes attempted to finish home-
work while practicing for or competing
in their respective sports despite the
noise and activity. According to Agnes
Stanko, junior, desperation lead her to
complete her work while at the game.
"I sometimes did my homework
while sitting on the bench during the
varsity soccer game," Agnes said.
Many students with busy schedules
found ways to complete responsibilities.
Shortcuts like Cliffs notes and movies
provided alternatives to reading
required books for English class.
"I sometimes read Cliffs notes
instead of the book," B.J. Slater, senior,
said. "I tried to find shortcuts if I could
get away with it."
Contact time provided extra time for
students to work with teachers. Ac-
cording to B.J., some teachers gave their
time to help with homework or projects.
"I had a lot of teachers who would
give extra time after class," B.J. said.
"They were pretty flexible."
However, not all students thought
teachers assisted enough. "They (teach-
ers) thought that responsibilities were
our business, not theirs," Derek said.
Whether active students gave time to
band, sports or other activities, in and
out of class responsibilities required
balancing stressful schedules.
Oh hold
Waiting for a pass to her fifth hour class from
Mrs. Karen Demitroulas, office secretary, Melissa
Herr, junior, bides time in the Student Services
office. Students avoided punishments with
passes from office secretaries or other teachers.
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Intent on crushing the prosecuting lawyers'
arguments, juniors Joe Christiansen and Leah
Gilbert refute prosecutors' claims of Hester's guilt
during the Scarlet Letter trials Juniors in Mrs
Renee Kouris' Honors English 1 1 class prepared
their questions and opening statements before
the trial began in order to ensure a solid grade.
■66-Academics
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To learn parenting skills for Child
Development, Nate Berg, senior,
carries his flour baby while talking
to Dana Winterfeldt, junior. "It was
cool for two hours, but then it was
annoying carrying it and trying not
to forget," Nate said.
IK-itchen duty
After the Thanksgiving feast in
Foods 1, Missy Depu, junior, washes
the counters in her second hour
class. Students had the responsibil
ity of cleaning up their kitchens and
washing the dishes after they
finished eating their meal.
TA ^of&
MBERS
0: study halls available 2: tardies before detention 3: percent
grade deduction for ditching 3: Advisories to finish homework per
week 4: months of swim practice 5: excused abscences per
semester without a doctor’s note 5: hours of band practice a week
7: hours of ISS for a day 7: weeks of summer school 12: AP and
Honors classes offered 20: different sports to play 30: minutes of
Contact Time 40: credits to graduate 47: credits for Aacademic
Honors diploma 71 : teachers 720: school days for four years
Responsibilities-67 H
After Hours
On a couch backstage of
the auditorium, Danielle
Dellorto, freshman, curls
up to catch some sleep
before her next scene
"American Boy." As an
adult chorus member of the
Bye Bye, Birdie, Danielle and
other musical performers went
the extra mile attending seven
hour practices the week before
opening night.
Bill to Bill
In the Food Court before
school, seniors Bill
Rosevear and Bill Kaminski
look over last minute
homework. Academic
responsibilities provided a
chance for friends to
combine time between
friends and school.
Time Crunch
Ten days before 57 pages
were due in the mail.
Paragon Editor-in-chief, Jen
Pallay, senior, flips through
In Style magazine in search
of design ideas for the
yearbook cover. Club
members spent hours after
school and on weekends to
finish work by due dates.
Hours and minutes dashed by as students
solved the intricate maze that made up their
lives. Within the time limits a day set forth,
students and teachers found themselves
caught in a ceaseless circle of hasty struggles
to complete all the tasks required of them .
As students worked to balance
life's activities, the 24 hours in each
day seemed too little to accomplish
all they planned for themselves. The
clock steadily ticked away second by
second, as precious moments slipped
away day by day.
“During the school year, I found
there wasn't time to prepare for all
classes, and grade all papers, and
create all new tests and quizzes, and
read all mail, and fill out all forms,
and write all recommendations, and
review all text books and fill out all
scan sheets. No one could do all that
was asked of a teacher," Mr. Jeff
Graves, chemistry teacher, said.
One at a Time
To raise money for DECA,
Jolut Folta, senior, sells red
and white balloons to Liz
Paik, senior, during first
hour on Homecoming
Friday. Students involved
in sports and clubs
occasionally yielded class
time to these activities.
Fishing for Time
Swimming like fish for a
skit. The Four Seasons, a
group of St. Thomas More
Youth Group members,
sophomores Catlin
Buchanan and Eileen
Norris along with seniors
Lisa Tabion and |enny
Sliwa rehearse in lenny's
basement. Students
balanced church and social
life by joining religious
organizations with friends.
School stresses, whether academic
or extracurricular-based, took over
hours upon hours of student and
teacher time while family life and
social activities fought for equal
attention. Decisions about what to
finish first and what to leave by the
wayside weighed heavily on minds.
"What pressed me the most for
time was trying to find the time after
school to run errands, go to extra-
curricular, work, eat dinner and do
homework in the evening," BJ Slater,
senior, said. "I didn't always get
everything done. Too often, things
spilled over into the weekend where
they cut into time with family and
friends. I usually tried to do what had
to get done first. And then I went to do
the other things. To prioritize, I usually
put school and work first."
Asking for the most out of their
members, clubs and other extra-
curriculars often exceeded the bounds
normally expected of them. Musical
practices lasting well into the morning.
Crier staffers spending every other
Thursday confined within the walls of
the Pub, as well as varsity soccer
players sneaking a couple trigonom-
etry problems in as the junior varsity
game progressed all altered life's
constant flow of time management.
"I felt I should do well so I commit-
ted a lot of time to Speech and Debate.
I stayed after school almost every day.
It was hard because I woke up early
and then stayed after school and
waited for appointments," Nina
Bilimoria, freshman, said.
The twists and turns life sporadi-
cally dished out often set that vicious
circle which students and teachers
learned to live by off its unremitting
course. Dealing with make-up work in
early hours of the morning with Mr.
Hal Coppage, social studies teacher,
or making the most of the extra
minutes Resource Hour offered,
stressed students dealt with their life's
most precious commodity: time.
Feature-69 B
Academic
Competion Club
Number of Members: 25
Sponsor: Don Ullman
Officers:
President-James
Yannakopoulos
Secretary /T reasurer-
Kunal Shah
Fact of the Matter: The
ACC took overnight trips
to use college
chemlabs.
Band, Jazz Ensemble
Number of Members: 20
Sponsor: Ginger Douglas
Fact of the Matter: They
received a superior
rating at state ISSMA
Jazz Festival.
Academic Competition Club (front row ) Rachel Economou,
Heather Shutko, Chris Schneider, Greg Thaera, Daniel Chakraborty,
Jeffrey Hagelberg (second row) Shaun Blue, Kunal Shah, Mike Sufana,
Ryan McNeil, Aaron Brown, Sarah Najamuddin (biick rare) Jake
Schoon, Joe Basil, Bob Yamtich, Adam Schaum, Kevin Kress, B.J.
Slater
Band, Jazz Ensemble (front row) Ariane Peralta, Paula-Ann
Summers, Melisa Benavente, Melissa Thevenin, Jim Strain, Kevin
Davidson (second row) Rebecca Hoban, Jeff Tsai, Eric Yttri, Jeff
Banaszak, Matt Foushi (bock row) Chris Cantwell, Ricky Shah, Mehul
Desai, Matt Shike, Scott Senchak, Mark Illingworth
Band, Jazz Lab
Number of Members: 19
Sponsor: Ginger Douglas
Fact of the Matter: For
the first time in MHS
history, two jazz bands
entertained the crowds.
Band, Jazz lab (front rote) Jeff Hagelberg, Meg Madderom, Ryan
Florek, Erik Patel, Jason Ross (second row) Nicholas Sumner, Heidi
Meyer, Mike Sufana, Greg Bugyis, Todd Watson, Tom Summers
(back row) Brad Wenner, Sasa Vasic, Andrew Dumaresq, Tony
Qualls, Keith Cantwell, Tony McCullough
Band, Marching
Number of Members:
140
Sponsor: Ginger Douglas
Fact of the Matter: The
MFIS band, the largest in
the school's history, was
named overall Grand
Champion Band at the
Sycamore Pumpkin
Parade.
Band, Marching (front row) Audrey Kutas, Kelly Vliek, Kristen
Balkam, Nicholas Sumner, Erik Patel, Jim Strain (second row) Brad
Wenner, Dan Grady, Greg Bugyis, Jenny Lounsberry, Eric Yttri, Matt
Koscielski (third row) Todd Watson, K.C. Willis, Mark Illingworth,
Mike Sufana, Chris Cantwell, Josh Friedman, Kevin Cronin (fourth
row ) Jeff Tsai, Sasa Vasic, Bryan Doranski, Ricky Shah, Kevin Kress,
Andy Martin (back row) Corey Hill, Matt Shike, Dave Kaegebein,
Mehul Desai, Neal Ambre, Erik Schwertfeger, Tony Qualls
Band, Marching (front row) Jamie Vliek, Holly Wujek, Adriana
Medynsky, Tom Summers, Roger Luna, Annalisa Smith ( second row)
Kristi Creighton, Joanne Burkat, Eric Rafacz, Kelly Lorenz, Michelle
Stenger, Lynn Westerfield ( third row) Anna Kozlowska, Melisa
Benavente, Gail Wallace, Rebecca Hoban, Laura Murray, Marissa
Collins, Rama Vohra (fourth rozv) Brian Quinn, Joe Rybarczyk,
Melissa Thevenin, Tony McCullough, Dan Aldulescu, Andrew
Ferrer ( back row) Jennie Hermann, Sam Hauter, Steve Kress, Chris
Oosterbaan, Michael O'Brien, Scott Senchak, Janet Papendick
■70-Clubs
OVER THE
WITH BARELY A MOMENT TO
TAKE A BREATH, ACTIVE
STUDENTS RUSH FROM
MEETING TO MEETING
A nnie Ellis, sophomore, had all
of the acute symptoms: an
overbooked schedule, a need
to keep busy and an intense, burning
desire to participate in as many
extracurriculars as humanly possible.
Annie's first step to recovery entailed
an acceptance of her ailment known as
clubaholism. Running from Speech and
Debate to Student Government and then
making time to squeeze in Spanish and
Drama Club meetings, Annie pursued
various interests contributing her talents
and time to multiple organizations
several days throughout the week.
"I felt like I was a more productive
person because I was involved," Annie
said. "If I had sat at home, I would not
have contributed. Because I was in-
volved, I felt like I did contribute."
"Commitment" served as the key
word for busy clubaholics, trying to
allot time in their busy schedules for all
activities. Although plagued by insom-
nia and a lack of quality homework
time, involved students acknowledged
that successful dances or first place
speech ribbons made long after-school
hours worth all the effort.
"Even though my activities took up
all of my time, it was all worth it in the
end," Lisa Young, junior, said. "Some-
times I wished I could have done other
things, but it made me a more well-
rounded person. I learned to balance
my time socially and academically."
Attempting to race from a 3 p.m.
French meeting to a 3:15 p.m. play
practice, students forced themselves to
decide which responsibility to fulfill.
"I was the president of both Speech
and Debate and Drama Club," Max
Goodman, senior, said. "When I had to
be in more than one place at the same
time, 1 had to decide which was more
important at that particular moment."
With the importance of the future
on their minds, active students looked
to a range of clubs to provide possible
career choices and goals. Instead of
limiting themselves to a single activity,
clubaholics willingly gave up free time
to experience new opportunities.
"I tried to do it all instead of just
one thing," Max said. "Trying different
things helped me meet new people."
On the road to recovery, Annie
attended weekly meetings for all of her
activities and found comfort in other
involved students' stories of stress.
ALL EARS
Taking a breather from his duties. Speech and
Debate president Max Goodman, senior, watches
another student performer. Besides qualifying for
Speech nationals. Max filled his schedule with
Drama Club and National Honor Society.
working OVERTIME
Skipping lunch to sell 1 lomecoming dance tickets,
Brian Christiansen, senior, and Joe Christiansen,
junior, collect money and date request forms for
Student Government. Both brothers participated
in French Club and played three different sports.
Clubaholics-71 B
provin 1alent
CERTAIN CLUBS CHOSE
MEMBERS BY SELECTION
WHILE OTHER CLUBS
APPEALED TO DIFFERENT
STUDENT INTERESTS
accomplishments in addition to accumulat-
ing an exceptional grade point average.
Induction into these clubs proved beneficial
in appiving for college and receiving formal
B attling a nervous jitter in her
stomach after school on a Friday
in September, Sheri Meyers,
freshman, made her way up the stairs
leading to Dr. Tim Barlett's, music director,
office. Without the aid of an instrument,
Sheri recited scales and sight-read during a
ten-minute audition hoping to make
Women's Ensembles.
"I really wanted to be on Women's
Ensembles, but I didn't think I'd get picked
over the older kids who had more experi-
ence," Sheri said. "I was surprised when I
found out I made it."
While groups like Ensembles and Jazz
Band tested natural or gained abilities, some
students relied on their peers for entrance
into certain clubs. Student Government and
Class Executive Council (CEC) held annual
elections to determine their members.
"Student Government resembled the
different groups of kids in the school and
ensured that everyone's opinions were
heard," Student Government secretary
Annie Knish, junior, said.
Clubs like Quill and Scroll, Thespians,
and National Honor Society (NHS) asked
students to verify their experiences and
recognition
"In order to qualify for Quill and Scroll,
one had to be in the top one-third of his class
and be active on the staff," Quill and Scroll
president Mandy Burrell, senior, said. "This
organization aided students for colleges
when continuing journalism and showed
that the student was well-rounded and had
leadership abilities."
While some clubs possessed qualifica-
tions to join, others like Drama and the
foreign language had no requirements to
belong. These non-selective clubs offered
students, especially underclassmen, the
opportunity to meet different people, to
plan activities and to be introduced to the
school.
"Students didn't need to speak the
language to join. They needed to be inter-
ested in the culture," Mrs. Helga Meyer,
German Club sponsor, said. "It helped, but
it wasn't necessary."
Months after discovering that she had
gained a spot in Women's Ensembles, Sheri
continued to participate throughout the year
as the girls advanced to earn a Superior
rating at State.
inTUNE
Concentrating on her music, Leah Gilbert, junior,
rehearses "Glorificamus Te," a song performed at
a spring concert May 29 at Westminister Presbyte-
rian Church. Girls involved with Women's
Ensemble sung at local malls and churches.
quickCASH
Hand overflowing with money, NHS President
Cara Bailey, senior, assists NHS Vice President
Kavitha Pai, senior, in finding change during the
NHS bake sale. The fandraisers paid for the club's
$500 scholarship and the induction ceremony.
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door DECOR
To decorate the Homecoming float,
Kris Nichol, senior, adjusts a
German club poster. Foreign
language clubs let students join
without meeting any requirements.
STRIKE A NOTE
In saxophone sectional practice,
freshmen Andy Ferrer, Kelly Metz,
Jason Ross, Brian Heinemann and
Ryan Florek play in the band room.
Students used musical talents by
joining any one of the various bands.
Band, Marching ( front row) Amy Edinger, Megan Shideler, Lauren
Jania, Tiffany Dell'Aquila, Kristen Spitz ( second row) Eun Cho, Kelly
Metz, Emily Magliola, Rachael Chemerinsky, Kathryn Lanzillo, Emily
Holly (third rozv) Kevin Davidson, Adam Ward, Eileen Norris,
Samantha Boomsma, Amy Pykosz, Cathy Burghardt, Patti Martin
(fourth rore)Laura Ellingsen, Rachel Golonka, Annie Maksimovich,
Ryan Florek, Jason Ross, Amanda Zagorski (back rozv) Sarah Fies,
Candice Baker, Mindy Hershberger, Allison Heuer, Janice Florczak,
Sherry Kennedy, Kristin Riechers
Band, Marching (front rozv) Ariane Peralta, Meghan Ambre, Angela
Poe, Liz DeVries, Melissa Volkman, Paula- Ann Summers, Blake
Mayer (second rozv) Shilpa Joshi, John O'Block, Sara Teller, Amanda
Zivich, Tricia Victor, Meg Madderom (third rozv) Heidi Meyer,
Derrick Schimming, Erin DeVries, Joe Flores, Jeff Hagelberg, Tom
Cavlis, Jake Schoon (fourth row) Jen Szabo, Bree Urbanowicz, Keith
Cantwell, Matt Foushi, Brian Kennedy, Marsha Gill (back row) Steve
Pesich, Jeff Banaszak, Andrew Dumaresq, Jay Wright, Gabe Porras,
Jeff Nellans, Tam Huynh
Band, Wind Ensemble (front rozv) Ariane Peralta, Paula- Ann
Summers, Catherine Burghardt, Eileen Norris, Bob Burghardt, Eileen
Norris, Jeff Banaszak, Jen Szabo, Erik Patel, Amanda Zagorski (second
rozv) Melissa Thevenin, Melisa Benavente, Marissa Collins, Rama
Vohra, Eric Yttri, Jim Strain, Andrew Dumaresq (third rozv) Gabe
Porras, Rebecca Hoban, Chris Cantwell, Andy Martin, Jeff Tsai, Mike
Sufana, Jake Schoon (back rozv) Mark Illingworth, Jennie 1 lermann,
Matt Shike, Dave Kaegebein, Mehul Desai, Sam Hauter, Steve Kress,
Scott Senchak
Band,
Wind Ensemble
Number of Members: 34
Sponsor: Ginger Douglas
Fact of the Matter: The Wind
Ensemble became one of
14> groups selected for the
New York International
Music festival
Class Executive Council, Freshman {front rotv) Jenny Bamboat,
Angela Keslin, Natalie Jordan, Jason Shin, Zal Bilimoria (second row)
Ellen Smith, Noreen Castor, Sheila Rane, Megan Chynoweth {back
row) Priya Pai, Greg Krupinski, Stephanie Gill, Sarah Johnson, Kathy
Mueller
CEC, Freshman
Number of Members: 14
Sponsor: Karen Demitroulas
Officers:
Presldent-Angie Keslin
ViCe-President-Sheila Rane
Secretary- Jennifer Bamboat
Treasurer-Priya Pai
Fact of the Matter: Two
candy sales kept Class
treasury afloat.
Class Executive Council, Junior (front row) Mike Nierengarten,
Megan Greenya, Cara Wierzbinski (back row) Ben Bochnowski, Matt
Lee, Stephanie Sfura, Lauren Trela
CEC, Junior
Number ot Members: 1 2
Sponsors: Steve Lopez
Robert McCall
Officers:
President-Michael Nirengarten
Vice-President-Lauren Trela
Secretary-Natalie Biel
Treasurer: Andrea Dungey
Fact of the Matter: Class spent
more than $2,600 preparing
tor prom.
Selectiveness-73 B
CEC, Senior
Number of Members: 12
Sponsors: Jackie Podkul
Steve Tripenfeldas
Officers:
President-Lisa Tabion
Vice-President-Mindy
Nicholas
Secretary-Candace
Blake
Treasurer-Kelly
Rothschild
Fact of the Matter: Senior
CEC stayed at school
building the Homecom-
ing float until 2 a.m. the
night before the parade.
Class Executive Council, Senior ( front row ) Katie Moser, Lisa
Tabion, Mindy Nicholas, Jill Savage, Melanie Yuraitis ( back row)
Candace Blake, Aaron Brown, Ryan McNeil, Tejal Shah, Kelly
Rothschild, Sarah Golonka
CEC. Sophomore
Number of Members: 12
Sponsor: Steve Moell
Officers:
President-Jen Kalina
Vice-President-Anne
Peterson
Secretary-Vicki
Bembenista
Treasurer-Lisa Eidam
Fact of the Matter:
Sophomore CEC
ordered shirts, without
having people fill out
forms, and sold them
randomly to students in
the halls.
Class Executive Council, Sophomore (front row ) Selina Benavente,
Alison Schumacher, Gia Ghezzi, Liz DeVries ( second row ) Joe
Howarth, Lisa Eidam, Diane Curtis, Jaci Palos ( back row) Jennifer
Kalina, Nicole McDermott, Anne Peterson, Vicki Bembenista
Crier
Number of Members: 22
Sponsor: Nancy Hastings
Officers:
Editor in Chief-Mandy
Burrell
Managing Editor-Vijay
Krishnamoorthy
Copy Editor-Jeremy
Piniak
Design Editor-Lisa Tabion
Fact of the Matter: The
Crier staff divided the
paper into three
separate sections for the
first time.
Crier (front row) Mrs. Nancy Hastings, Sara Jones, Brian Johnson, Lisa
Tabion, Renee Pleitner, Mandy Burrell (second row) Roger Luna, Tim
Hayes, Vijay Krishnamoorthy, Val Long, Jeremy Piniak, Shipra
Chandnani (back row) Chris Grzych, Jared McKinley, Brian Good,
Dave Kaegebein, Mike Hatcher, Phil Nelson
DECA
Number of Members: 63
Sponsor: Kent Lewis
Officers:
President-Rose Kime
Vice-President-Erin Krull
Secretary-Kim Kelly
Treasurer-Micah
Dolatowski
Historian/Reporter-
Jenny Rosenthal
Fact of the Matter: On a
normal day, DECA sold
300 cookies.
DECA (front row) Kristina Carton, Gina Mirabelli, Kate Englebrecht,
Libby Gonzalez, Selly Adler, Jill Flores, Jessica LaFond, Katie Moser,
Rosalie Kime (second row) Mike Patelis, Cindy Knapik, Sarah
Golonka, Catherine Burghardt, Jaci Persic, Carolyn Bielfeldt, Eric
Lopez, Mr. Kent Lewis (third row) Bonnie Morris, Heather Harker,
Melissa Bartok, Erin Lane, Barbara Foreit, Demetrios
Manousopoulos, Melissa Stokes, Katie Daugherty (fourth row) Elena
Benavente, John Folta, Todd Compton, Kerrie Helbling, Derek
Javorek, Kourtney Fisher, Rob Bishop, Dan Batenich, Shaun
Ciesielski (back row) Kim Kelly, Erin Krull, Mark Joseph, Micah
Dolatowski, Lindsey Demitroulas, Candice Clarke, Carrie Bowers,
Margaret Dawson
CAMERA ACTION
Behind the camera, B.J. Slater, senior,
films movie reviews at the Center for
Visual and Performing Arts. Video
Club members realized the value of
cooperation while learning the
workings of television studios.
CENTER LANE
Reaching for her next ball, Julie
Gricus, senior, joins the DECA
members at Olympic Lanes to raise I
money for muscular dystrophy.
Working together DECA made about
$2,000 to help support the cause.
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COMBINED
STUDENTS LEARN THAT
COOPERATION FORMS THE
KEY TO SUCCESS THROUGH
INVOLVMENT
H anging on her opponents' every
word, Jenny Bamboat, freshman,
noticed an error during a debate
round on juvenile crime. In a quick,
subtle motion, Jenny eyed her debate
partner Brian Daniels, freshman, to
ensure that he too caught the slip-up.
Students realized the crucial virtue
of cooperation through club participa
tion. Since many extra-curricular
activities forced members to work
together, students learned useful
qualities such as proper social behavior.
"I learned not to scream at people,"
Jenny said. "I used to think my way was
always right. It totally opened my eyes."
Cooperation aided student social
situations and remained a vital aspect of
numerous clubs. Academic Competition
Club (ACC) members recognized the
need to combine brain power to help
solve problems during competitions.
"We had to work together," Greg
Thaera, sophomore, said. "The Friday
before Regionals we stayed after school
and worked together to build a bridge."
Students found that cooperation
achieved the best results. Before the
Regional speech tournament, teammates
had a combined work meeting where
they perfected each other's speeches.
toy TALK
To enhance communication skills, sophomores
Chris Schneider and Jeff Hagelberg work together
to practice for the "Write It, Do It" segment of the
Science Olympiad competition. Jeff constructed
with tinker toys according to Chris' dictations.
EFFORTS
"We had that session to let everybody
on the team know that we cared about
them, to relieve nerves and also to show
everyone that we were not just individu-
als," Jordan Mayer, junior, said. "We
cared about their success as much as we
cared about our own success."
Performances including speeches and
plays necessitated a concerted effort
among all participants. Working to-
gether in extra-curricular activities such
as the Drama Club allowed students to
prepare for their futures.
"Students gained skills for the
business world where a team of people
had to come together," Assistant Drama
Director Mr. Stephen Moell, mathemat-
ics teacher, said. "The same thing was
true on stage. If people didn't get along,
you didn't get done what you needed."
Students had various options for
joining clubs that shared the theme that
cooperation led to beneficial outcomes.
"Every extra-curricular had a goal,
whether it was a musical performance or
an ACC competition," Elizabeth Paik,
senior, said. "To reach that goal, every-
one had to work together,"
Brian returned Jenny’s glance. In the
final speech, Brian pointed out his
opponents' flaws. Due to their partner-
ship, they won their debate round and
gained the life skill of cooperation.
FLOAT FIESTA
By designating jobs to each Spanish Club
partidpant, freshmen Stephanie Plug, Priya Pai,
Bill Trovinger and Edna Situ work together to
complete their Homecoming float. It took an hour
of combined efforts to finish decorating the float.
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CHANGING
ESCAPING THE SCHOOL
ATMOSPHERE, MEMBERS
DISCOVER HOW TO RELATE
TO VARIED SOCIAL GROUPS
A s she moseyed around the “U"
arrangement of tables in the
Pub for her first day as
Paragon's associate editor, Allison Porch,
senior, glanced at all the unfamiliar faces
that surrounded her.
While Mrs. Nancy Hastings, journal-
ism adviser, introduced herself and gave
the overall year plans, Allison wondered
how she would survive the year with
such a variety of people and how they
would ever connect well enough to
complete the series of stressful deadlines
that awaited them.
By signing up for a particular club in
the beginning of the year, students
associated with every social and ethnic
group present in the school. With the
help of competitions, projects and
productions, club members learned to
open their minds to a different social
status rather than their everyday aca-
demic standing. Because of all the hours
of dedication, students learned to work
together; therefore, they started to break
free from their restricting shell and
revealed their true selves to their fellow
club members.
"Last year, when I was not one of the
top editors, I really didn't come out of
my shell because I didn't think my
talents compared to everyone else's,"
Allison said. "In the beginning of this
year, we didn't really know each other.
We were from all different walks of life.
We hadn't bonded yet, so we were not
as open with each other until we started
spending hours and hours together. As
we started learning about each other and
getting along, we all connected because
we were all interested in making the
yearbook. That was the one thing that
united us."
As the year rolled by, club members
overcame their uneasiness and they
discovered the vast amount of things
they had in common with one another.
Because clubs like Drama, Speech and
Debate and DECA removed students
from their congested, commonplace
classrooms, they found it easier to band
together and relate to each other.
"DECA gave students a chance to
release themselves from a school
atmosphere and get away," Mr. Kent
Lewis, DECA sponsor, said. "If it was
either on a bowling lane, a different
school or a hotel room, students could
be outside of the school atmosphere."
By the end of the year, members
formed close friendships with people
they had not known or even talked to
before and students grew closer with
the help of the clubs' interactions.
"At the beginning of the musical,
people were shy and it was a drag,"
Jennifer Evans, sophomore, said.
"Towards the end, things became more
fun and everyone was really friendly
and everyone got along really well.
Everyone became friends because they
were together so much at practice.
After you got to know everyone, they
started talking and you became talk-
ative and made a lot of friends."
As the final deadlines approached,
Allison found it refreshing to enter the
Pub and see those staff members she
usually did not associate with socially.
After two years of stress-filled time-
consuming deadlines involving school
sleep overs, hours of computer work
and midnight snacks, Allison discov-
ered herself.
STAND OUT
During half time of the Homecoming game, face-
painted Kristen Spitz, sophomore, reveals her
spirit for Band while Samantha Boomsma, junior
and Amy Pykosz, sophomore tute their flutes.
"Everyone had to go to summer camp and
practice for two weeks, every day," Kristen said.
"This gave the incoming freshmen a chance to
learn our formations and get to know us. We
always tried to be friendly and talk to them."
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enGUARDE
Breaking out of the computer lab
after fifth hour Crier, seniors Roger
Luna and Jeremy Piniak challenge
each other in a spontaneous Star
Wars sword fight. After spending
hours together, club members
discovered the interests they shared
and learned to form friendships.
BRAIN FOOD
Finishing their dinner, juniors Dave
Miller and Katie Sweeney end their
annual Speech and Debate "Scarf and
Barf"at Shakey's. To reinforce team
unity, club members found ways to
escape the school atmosphere.
Drama Club (front rcnv) Jeannie Knish, Mamta Kamal, Rachel
Economou, Tess Given, Emily Holly, Kathryn Lanzillo ( second row)
Kristin Riechers, jen Szabo, Paul Kennedy, Alan Horn, Janice
Florczak, Sara Levin, Marsha Gill ( third roiu) Brooke Mavronicles,
Melisa Benavente, Traci Kutlik, Anne Peterson, Heather Harker,
Janna Pasztor, Kara Argus (back row) Marjorie Roades, Tim Hayes,
Becky Cushing, Mike Harbison, J.J. Pestikas, Jennie Hermann, Anne
Ellis
Drama Club (front row) Tiffany Gunning, Morgan Matthews,
Kathryn Taber, Katie Sweeney, Angela Poe, Jenna Riccio, Mary
Mangus (second row) David Mangus, Bethany Shutko, Kunal Shah,
Albert Song, Melissa Herr, Sherry Kennedy, Tom Summers (third row)
Annie Knish, Max Goodman, Kristin Kaegebein, Jennifer Kalina,
Jenny Kula, Missy Depa, Heather Shutko (back row) Janice Tsai, Joe
Rybarczyk, Angela Shearman, Mike O'Brian, Marissa Collins,
Drama Club
Number of Members:
192
Sponsor: Renee Kouris
Officers:
President-Max
Goodman
Vice President-Dave
Week
Secretary-Tess Given
Treasurer- Marjorie
Roades
Fact of the Matter: Bye
Bye .Birdie was the last
performance on the
stage before construc-
tion crews tore down
the auditorium.
Ensembles, Mixed (front row) Kavitha Pai, Alison Schumacher,
Melanie Yuraitis, Elizabeth Paik, Rachel Economou, Tiffany
Gunning, Jenna Riccio ( second row ) Cathy Burghardt, Jill Barnes,
Jordan Mayer, Brooke Banach, Wayne Phaup, Kate Schoen (back
row) Pete Ellison, John Wasem, K.C. Willis, Albert Song, Michael
Harbison, Hill Son, Dr. Tim Bartlett
Ensembles, Mixed
Number of Members: 20
Sponsor: Tim Bartlett
Fact of the Matter: Mixed
Ensembles performed
April 8 for the National
Convention of the North
Central Association in
Chicago at the Marriott
Hotel.
Ensemble, Women’s (front row) Janna Lorenzen, Catherine
DeMeyer, Tess Given, Tara LaValley, Katie Sweeney, Sarah
Alexander, Libby Gonzalez (second row) Liz Anzur, Adriana
Medynsky, Sarah Huber, Melissa Herr, Rebekah Drabenstot,
Elizabeth Paik (back row) Christine Blake, Melisa Benavente, Stacey
Bulan, Jennie Hermann, Tejal Shah, Melissa Martin, Dr. Tim Bartlett
Ensembles,
Womens
Number of Members: 24
Sponsor: Tim Bartlett
Fact of the Matter:
Women's Ensembles
received two Superior
ratings at the District
and State Solo and
Ensemble contests.
Flag Corp (front row) Bonni Martin, Alexandra Kruczek, Elyse Soto,
Elizabeth Villalobos, Lindsey Newman, Kellie Curran, Kerrie
Ellingsen
Flags
Number of Members: 7
Sponsor: Denise Murphy
Officers:
Captain- Liz Villalobos
Fact of the Matter;
Members had to take
band first hour in order
to participate, but
received no credit for
the class.
Opening Up-77 m
French Club
Number of Members: 80
Sponsor: Alyce
Mart-Webb
Officers:
President-Ryan McNeil
Vice President-Suzana
Mijailovic
Secretary-Aaron Brown
Treasurer-Marjorie
Rhodes
Fact of the Matter: Held
a cheese party for all
their members
French Club (front row ) Allison Baut, Jeff Hagelberg, Emily Herrin,
Morgan Matthews, Amy Adoba, Kate Engelbrecht, Priscilla Roche
(second row) Sara Williamson, Amy Conover, Prabhakar Srivastava,
Kara Argus, Jasmina Mijailovic, Heather Kotlowski, Selly Adler (third
row) Amanda Zivich, Rebekah Drabenstot, Mira Radjevic, Jenny
Kula, Michelle Stenger, Michelle Christiansen, Michelle Speziale,
San Dee McCutchen (fourth row) Ryan McNeil, Bonnie Morris, Joe
Christiansen, Aaron Brown, Ellen Kucharski, Marissa Collins, Rama
Vohra (back row) Brooke Banach, Stephanie Garza, John Parr, Greg
Zeck, Brian Christiansen, Kevin Morrissey, Adam Brown, Dan
Aldulescu
French Club (front rotv) Sarah Alexander, Kathryn Lanzillo, Jessica
Lotak, Noreen Castor, Erin DeVries, Janna Lorenzen, Mrs, Alyce
Mart-Webb (second rote) Katie Sweeney, Christine Blake, Sarah
Nelson, Karen Lorenzen, Vicki Bembenista, Bonnie Ambercrombie
(third row) Sarah Volkoff, Mindy Hershberger, Annalisa Smith,
Jennifer Zenos, Cathy Burghardt, Katie Krumpolz, Dawn Gregson
(fourth row) Jon Salinas, Scot Goldyn, Marjorie Roades, Natalie Sbalka,
Max Goodman, Peter Melcher (back row) Candace Blake, Janet
Papendick, Andy Turke, Phil Nelson, Joe 1 Howarth, Jim Abercrombie,
Greg Bugyis
German Club
Number of Members: 59
Sponsor: Helga Meyer
Officers:
President-Andrew
Byczko
Vice President-Mike
Grady
Secretary-Matt Shike
Treasurer- Heidi Meyer
Fact of the Matter: The
German Club was the
only club to go on a ski
trip.
German Club front row) Barbara Foreit, Gina Mirabelli, Amanda
Zivich, Bonnie Hajduk, David Byttow, Meg Madderom, Jenna Riccio
(second row) Joe Rybarczyk, Diane Curbs, Bobby Thompson, Jeff Tsai,
Steve Kibler, Amy Edinger, Rachel Economou (third row) Derek
Javorek, Cory Wilson, Stan George, Matt Lee, Kevin Cronin, Chris
Cantwell, Sarah Hannigan fourth rote) Erin Swindle, Kevin Kress,
B.J. Slater, Pete Cullen, Jennie Hermann, Steve Kress, Scott Senchak
(back row) Mike Patelis, Steve Hedges, Andrew Byczko, Mike Grady,
Cliff Carter, John Drillias, Andy Sterner
German Club front row) Lauren Pestikas, Mandy Furtek, Andy
Trzupek, Jay Korczak, Jen Cannedy, Josh Brubaker, Mary Spomar
(second row) Melissa Thevenin, Mike Sufana, Fred Smith, Heidi
Meyer, Jim Strain, Dan Grady, Frau Meyer (third row) David Kosenka,
Sarah Thevenin, Tim Siukola, Doug Golko, Amit Dalai, Neal Ambre,
Sasa Vasic fourth row) Heather Higgins, Caryn Kobe, Sally
Demkowicz, Heidi Jadryev, Derek Smith, Cara Bailey (back rotv) Janet
Papendick, Tomio Toyama, Mike Gryn, Mike Hatcher, Nada Prole,
Steven Ciric, Evan Drillias
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BROADENING
SELECTING FROM OPTIONS,
STUDENTS EXPAND THEIR
HORIZONS WITH NEW
EXPERIENCES
P ersonified by blonde hair, blue
eyes and carefree attitude, the
typical American teenager
became a disregarded cliche as students
revealed that their true culture held
more than blue jeans and MTV. Stu-
dents turned to clubs in hopes of
opening up new doors and exposing
their eyes to different experiences.
"Orchestra opened my mind to
different types of music like classical,"
Hill Son, senior, said. "I had a better
understanding of the feeling of the
music when I actually played rather
than if I had just listened to music on the
radio or on a CD."
Classical music formed only part of
the instrumental atmosphere of the
school. Jazz Band provided a different
club for aspiring musicians.
"I liked learning about music from
the different time periods," Rebecca
Hoban, junior, said. "We listened to old
jazz from the early part of the century
when it started. It taught us about the
culture of that time."
Time and time again service oriented
clubs like Project X and NHS helped
cure community ills. Volunteering like
raking leaves, fasts and walk-a-thons
raised money for the less fortunate.
"Project X showed that we had a very
close knit community, and how we were
Playing Cool
Before leaving for Cleveland, OH, Megan
Matthews, senior, plays her violin with the
Camerata. The Camerata, in its first year, played
several types of music from Vivaldi's "Four
Seasons" to Jimmi Hendrix's "Purple Haze".
MINDS
concerned about it; it showed that we
would do whatever it took to help
others," Mamta Kamal, junior, said.
Forming a mixing pot of cultures and
nationalities, three foreign language
clubs exhibited this diverse medley of
people. One of these, the Spanish Club,
provided an environment in which
students learned about the ways of the
Spanish-speaking countries in a non-
traditional classroom setting.
"We had meetings and some teachers
talked. We had different people come in
to teach us about how they lived," Niki
Dausch, freshman, said. "It was very
interesting to me because I never knew
about any of that stuff; once I knew, I
wanted to know more."
Food, playing a large role in any
society, allotted a cultural reason for
planning several parties within the
different foreign language clubs.
"We always had French parties with
the different French foods, like the
Fromage Party with all of the different
types of cheeses we could try," Jasmina
Mijailovic, freshman, said.
The new "All-American teenager"
walked out of a club meeting with a
fresh outlook on life. Amazed by what
other people contained in their every-
day lives, she looked at her own life and
realized that the club options offered
helped broaden her mind.
THREE KINGS
Sharing food and gifts, Amy Dumakowski, junior;
Kari Dumakowski, freshman; and Spanish Club
President Amit Dalai, senior, celebrate Three
Kings Day. Spanish Club held parties in order to
learn and teach more about the culture.
FOCUS ON
FUNDS
BY SELLING ITEMS TO
CLASSMATES OR PAYING
DUES, CLUBS RAISE
NEEDED MONEY
A t the end of the day, blow pop
wrappers littered the ground,
car wash advertisements
blanketed bulletin boards, leftover
dance decorations hung loosely from
the ceiling and tortilla crumbs scattered
the salsa-stained floor.
Numerous organizations continually
spent, earned or collected money
through required dues or activities.
Students often found themselves
scrounging around their wallets to dig
up membership fees or persuading
classmates to support their specific
group through candy sales. Depending
on the goals of the club, the money
aided different group activities.
"Class Executive Council (CEC)
members weren't required to pay any
type of dues; however, they worked all
sorts of fundraisers. We had candy
sales, bake sales and carwashes. At the
alumni dinner, we held our own fun
booth to earn extra money," Junior
CEC sponsor Mr. Steve Lopez, social
studies teacher, said. "All of our money
went towards Prom and Homecoming
material. We had to purchase the flat
bed, chicken wire, paper flowers and
spirit truck for the Homecoming float."
Fundraising by various sales served
as the only money source of some
clubs. Members of other clubs, how-
ever, paid their dues at the beginning
of the year when joining to provide
funds for parties and field trips.
"To join Spanish Club, we paid $5
dues. The money was spent on trips
that we took throughout the year. We
ate at Mexican restaurants, we attended
Chicago soccer games and we saw Evita
at the theater," Mamta Kamal, junior,
said. "Spanish Club held a bake sale
each year, but that profit wasn't put into
our funds. Instead, we sent packages to
children in Guatemala."
Funding often times proved challeng-
ing for some organizations because
many different clubs each needed to
fundraise for their own purposes. In
turn, groups struggled to find an
available fundraising week when no
other club sold items for profit.
"The fundraising itself wasn't hard,
but it was difficult to get weeks to sell,
especially when planning something as
big as Prom," Mr. Lopez said. "It was
tough competing with other clubs and
groups to obtain a week to fundraise."
Although no required initiation dues
obligated Speech and Debate Team
members to search the depths of their
wallets for money, their annual
fundraiser kicked off the season.
"Instead of paying dues, we sold
candy and tickets to the community for
our Annual Chicken Barbeque dinner
held before the Homecoming football
game," Anne Ellis, sophomore, said.
"Most of the money went towards hotel
rooms for overnight meets, buses for
transportation and to send national
qualifiers to the national competiton."
Whether fundraising or collecting
dues, clubs managed to acquire the
necessary money to fit their needs.
Members dispensed funds on activities
from float construction and dances to
parties and group entertainment.
DRIP DRY
To help pay for various necessities throughout the
year, Connie Kunelis, junior, washes a van at the
Junior CEC car wash. The October car wash at
Fazoli's restaurant aided to defer from the cost of
Prom and Homecoming materials.
CHEESE PLEASE
Carefully spreading cheese on his
bread, Scott Shinkan, junior,
prepares to experience a part of the
French culture at the French Club
Fromage party. Required dues
collected upon joining French Club
funded trips and parties.
FAST FOOD
Serving the community with her
hosting abilities, Kelly Florek, senior,
refills water glasses for people
attending the Speech and Debate
Team's annual Chicken Barbeque.
Members worked hard to please
community citizens and to raise
money to send qualifiers to the
national competition in June.
National Honor Society [front row) Jordan Feldman, Tatum Miller,
Kelly Florek, Kelly Rothschild, Jenny Triana, Jill Savage ( second row)
Mandy Burrell, Ellen Kucharski, Stacy Bulan, Chris Cantwell, Laura
Ellingson, Lisa Tabion ( third row) Tejal Shah, Angela Shearman, Mike
Morgan, Phil Nelson, B.J. Slater, Ryan McNeil ( bock row) Albert Song,
Cliff Carter, Mike Harbison, Chris Boudi, Gabe Porras, Vijay
Krishnamoorthy
National Honor Society {front row) Melanie Yuraitis, Heather
Hamilton, Nancy Pudlo, Mindy Nicholas, Cara Bailey, Kavitha Pai
( second row) Allison Porch, Melisa Benavente, Candace Blake, Heidi
Stout, Heather Shutko, Elizabeth Wickland ( third row) Andv Martin,
Wayne Phaup, Jenny Sliwa, Jeremy Piniak, Kunal Shah, Max
Goodman {back row) Scott Crepeau, Andy Sterner, Sam Fies, Jimmy
Yannakopoulos, Brian Christiansen, Omar Sheriff, Katie Woodrick
Orchestra {front row) Cheong Lee, Mary Spomar, Jenny Bamboat,
Kavitha Pai, Rachel Ispas, Shilpa Rane {second row) Matt Thompson,
Prabhakar Srivastava, Andrea Illingworth, Natalie Bieda, Rucha
Patel, Morgan Matthews {third row) Priya Pai, Greg Thaera, Sarah
Drolen, Vijay Krishnamoorthy, Poonam Shah, Christine Thaera, Julie
Kucek, Sheila Rane {back row) Marjorie Roades, Janice Tsai, Jim
Rebesco, Greg Zeck, Brooke Banach, Sarah Hannigan, Tejal Shah
Orchestra, Chamber (front row) Morgan Matthews, Priya Pai, Matt
Thompson, Kavitha Pai (back row) Marjorie Roades, Vijay
Krishnamoorthy, Brooke Banach, Janice Tsai
Paragon (front rote) Mrs. Nancy Hastings, Jodie Sopher, Erin Lane,
Carolyn Biclfeldt, Tom Damron, Bonnie Ahlf (second row) Rita
Schmid, Natalie Campbell, Sarah Thevenin, Megan Ronco, Kelly
McShane, Allison Porch (third row) Jennifer Zenos, Sarah Drolen, Jill
Martino, Megan Greenya, Kelly Rothschild, Abby Berzinis (back row)
Heather Harker, Roxana Bargoz, Mike Hatcher, Jim Mize, Jonathon
Gordon, Jen Pallay
National Honor
Society
Number of Members: 65
Sponsor: Linda Scheffer
Officers;
President Cara Bailey
Vice-President-Kavitha
Pal
Secretary-Heather
Shutko
Treasurer Andy Sterner
Fact of the Matter: For
the first time ever, NHS
members visited the
Mayflower house to help
and tutor girls In need.
Orchestra
Number of Members: 35
Sponsor: Andrew King
Fact of the Matter.
Members could not
travel to State ISSMA in
Indianapolis because of
blizzard-like conditions.
Orchestra,
Chamber
Number of Members: 1 1
Sponsor: Andrew King
Fact of the Matter: The
Chamber Orchestra
took one of the most
recent field trips to
Cleveland.
Paragon
Number of Members: 24
Sponsor: Nancy Hastings
Officers: Editor in Chief-
Jen Pallay
Managing Editor-Rlta
Schmid
Associate Editor-Alllson
Porch
Copy Editor-Kelly
Rothschild
Photography Editor-
Jennifer Zenos
Design Editor-Erin Lane
Fact of the Matter: A
Hallmark card inspired
the basis of the entire
book.
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OUT OF
BEHIND THE SCENES
MEMBERS TOIL FOR HOURS
WHILE OTHERS AWAIT THE
FINISHED PRODUCT
A s the final bell of the day rang,
tired students raced home to
take a quick nap before dinner,
while involved others prepared to work
overtime with extracurricular activities.
Witnessing only the finished product,
most students knew little about the long
hours of hard work and dedication
clubs such as the Flag Corps and Crier
demanded of its members.
“We put a lot of time and energy into
Flags. We had to go to band class first
hour, and some days we went to school
before 7 a.m. to practice," Flag Corps
member Allie Kruczek, senior, said.
"We didn't get a lot of acknowledgment
from the school. We didn't even get a
credit for being in that first hour class."
With pressing deadlines every other
week. Crier members slaved away over
word processors and designs until the
school's newspaper formed bit by bit.
"It took about one month of plan-
ning, writing, editing and building
pages to produce the paper," Managing
Editor Vijay Krishnamoorthy, senior,
said. "Everyone put in 100 percent in
order to make the paper. It was a lot of
hard work and long hours, but the
eventual result was wonderful."
With preparation beginning months
before the actual dance. Junior Class
Executive Council (CEC) members
endeavored to make Prom an unforget-
table evening for those in attendance.
"We had been preparing for Prom all
year, but we had to prepare for Home-
coming first," CEC member Connie
SIGHT
Kunelis, junior, said. "We all worked
really hard to come up with good ideas
and to raise enough money to pay all
the expenses. We really wanted to make
this a good Prom for seniors, so when
we became seniors, the juniors would
have a good example to follow."
Practicing twice a week for a few
hours at a time. Academic Competition
Club (ACC) participants intensely
applied themselves to competitions
covering mathematics, science, English,
fine arts and social studies.
"At practice, we performed several
experiments and read a lot of books. We
also tried different scenarios for our
building apparatuses," ACC member
Daniel Chakraborty, sophomore, said.
"We just wanted to do our best,"
ACC member Rachel Economou, junior,
said. "We always had the aspirations to
go to State in our competitions."
Rising before the sun. Marching Band
members headed to school at 7 a.m. and
practiced in sweltering heat and blister-
ing cold to perfect their performance.
Due to these extra efforts, they marched
to a first place finish in their division at
the Sycamore Parade in Sycamore, IL.
"People didn't understand how much
time and work we put in. They thought
it was really fast," band member Gail
Wallace, sophomore, said. "It took a lot
of patience, time and hard work."
Looking back at the finished product,
club members realized the rewards and
satisfaction they earned from their
intense devotion and labor. Although
most did not see the hard work put in,
appreciative students enjoyed the
benefits that these clubs produced.
PROUDLY PAINTED
Before performing at the Homecoming football
game, sophomore band members Jeff Tsai and
Tom Summers show their spirit with painted faces.
Most students didn't realize the time band
members spent preparing for perfomances.
SPEAK OUT
Rehearsing for Speech Sectionals, Lisa Young,
junior, recites her prose selection "Daisy Fay and
the Miracle Man" after school. Speech and Debate
members practiced in front of their peers to
receive critiquing and opinions for improvement.
looking FORWARD
a Sunday afternoon in October,
ara gon top editors Rita Schmid,
nnifer Zenos and Erin Lane,
niors, gather at Jen Pallay's house
plan the yearbook's content. Clubs
ch as Paragon demanded countless
urs of work above and beyond a
)rma l school day.
TEAM WORK
To demonstrate school spirit,
sophomores Dave Tabion and
Kevin Morrissey work on their class
float for the Homecoming parade.
Sophomores spent several hours
each night of the week leading up
to the parade constructing their
Jack-in-the-box float.
Spanish Club ( front row) Elaine Yannakopoulos, Ariane Peralta
Kavitha Pat, Paula-Ann Summers, Kristin Cane, Stephanie Plug’
Edna Situ (second row) Hiral Shah, Mandy Biel, Poonam Shah, Priya
Pai, Natalie Banas, Bill Trovinger, Caitlin Buchanan (third row) Jackie
Misch, Odette Gutierrez, Anne Domasica, Kari Dumakowski, (ill
Martino, Lindsey Newman, Amit Dalai (back row) Diane Curtis
Rebecca Hoban, Albert Song, Komal Patel, Kyle Malonev, Brian
Serrano, Amy Dumakowski
R 1 f’hf pVfT ‘ M u° r F n ^ atthews < Hiral Shah, John Premetz,
Kucha Patel, Ad riann Bishop, Caitlm Buchanan, Mamta Kamal
(second row) Zal Bilimona, Brittany Stasiak, Kristie Bullock, Laura
Ellingsen Jennifer Zenos, Michelle Christiansen, Komal Patel, Jodie
Sopher (third row) Amy Conover, Sara Levin, Kelly McShane, Saia
leller. Heather Harker, Jill Martino, Megan Ronco, Dawn Gregson
(back rozv) Marissa Collins, Holly Wujek, Anne Domasica, Brvan
Szypf- Brian Daniels, Kristen Balkam, Sarah Thevenin, Jasmina
Mijailovic
SADD (froizt row ) Nina Bilimona, Emily Herrin, Jasmina Mijailovic,
loonam Shah, Alison Schock ( second row) Dawn Sparling, Kristen
Balkam, Sara Teller, Christina Bovara, Zal Bilimoria (back row) Brooke
Banach, Gail Wallace, Annie Domasica, Holly Wujek, Diane Curtis
Spanish Club ( front row) Melissa Volkman, John Premetz, Shilpa
Joshi, Jenny Bamboat, Nina Bilimoria, Shilpa Rane (second row)
Bethany Shutko, Niki Dausch, Katie Carraher, Tim Hayes, Alison
bchock, Monica Gallardo, Zal Bilimoria ( third row) Mike
Nierengarten Heidi Stout, Woon Young Kang, Jeannie Knish, Bria
Daniels Heather Shutko (back rozv) Anna Kozlowska, Ben Hoban,
Omar Sheriff, Angela Shearman, Jason Keer, Janice Tsai, Amy Los
Project X
Number of Members: 12
Sponsor: Nancy Hastings
Officers:
President- Mandy Burrell
Vice President- Vijay
Krishnamaorthy
Secretary/ Treasurer-
Rita Schmid
Membership Chairper-
son- Kelly Rothschild
Fact of the Matter:
Sponsored journalism
banquet
Spanish ciub
Number of
Members: 100
Sponsor: Ann Whiteley
Officers:
Presidents- Amit Dalai,
Kavitha Pai
Vice Presidents- Omar
Sheriff, Albert Song
Secretaries- Lisa Young,
John Premetz
Treasurers- Jason
Wallace, Stephanie
Plug
Fact of the Matter:
Spanish Club took a
field trip to experience
Spanish culture and
cuisine of Don Pablo's
restaurant Nov. 1 7.
Number of Members:
61
Sponsor: Kathy Webb
Officers:
President- Sarah
Thevenin
Vice President- Anne
Domasica
Fact of the Matter: To
raise money for UNICEF,
members dressed up in
costumes and went
trick or treating for
cash.
Quill and Scroll
SADD
Number of Members: 25
Sponsor: Kathy Webb
Officers:
President- Sharvari Dalai
Vice President- Gail
Wallace
Fact of the Matter: Set
up gravestones in North
and South to combat
drunk driving
auill land Scroll (front row) Natalie Campbell, Lisa Tabion, Allison
Porch, Kelly Rothschild, Mandy Burrell (back row) Jeremy Piniak, Phil
Jen P°an'ay aVe Kaegebein ' Michael Hatcher, Vijay Krishnamoorthy,
Behind the Scenes- 83 H
Speech and
Debate
Number of Members:
145
Sponsor: Helen Engstrom
Officers:
President-
Max Goodman
Vice President-
Dave Week
Recording Secretary-
Kavitha Pai
Corresponding
Secretary-Sarah Fine
Treasurer-Kelly Florek
Fact of the Matter: Spent
70.5 hours on a bus
traveling to Speech and
Debate meets
Student
Government
Number of Members: 24
Sponsor: Nancy
Newcomb
Officers:
President-Brian
Christiansen
Vice-President-AI Song
Secretary-Annie Knish
Treasurer-Jordan Mayer
Fact of the Matter:
Sponsored the annual
blood drive
Thespians
Number of Members: 30
Sponsor: Renee Kouris
Officers:
President-Max
Goodman
Vice President-Dave
Week
Secretary-Tess Given
Treasurer-Marjorie
Roades
Fact of the Matter: First
time in 20 years the
Thespian Plaque was
written on
Video Club
Number of Members: 9
Sponsor: Mark Barreiro
Officers:
President-B.J. Slater
Vice-President-Adam
Economou
Secretary-Aaron
Roquena
Fact of the Matter:
Initiated third TV series
Speech & Debate [front row) Kavitha Pai, Rucha Patel, Kathryn
Lanzilio, Alison Schumacher, Mamta Kamal, Nina Bilimoria, Jodie
Sopher ( second row) Mary Mangus, Daniel Chakraborty, Katie
Sweeney, Sara Levin, Jasmina Mijailovic, Zal Bilimoria, Hiral Shah
(third row) Greg Thaera, Diane Curtis, Kate Schoen, Nicole
Rosenbaum, Sarah Starewicz, Caitlin Buchanan, Sarah Fies, Priya
Pai (fourth row) Rina Doshi, Sarah Najamuddin, Janice Tsai, Tejal
Shah, Jordan Mayer, Max Goodman, Komal Patel (back row) Joe
Howarth, Pete Hatton, John Crawford, Angela Shearman, Annie
Knish, Steve Lindemann, Mark Olley, Kunal Shah
Speech & Debate (front row) Selina Benavente, Cori Oprinovich,
Shilpa Joshi, Tiffany Gunning, Jenny Bamboat, Emily Herrin
(second row) Bill Gray, Paul Kennedy, Marissa Collins, Poonam
Shah, Lynn Smosna, Sarah Johnson (third row) Tara LaValley, Anne
Ellis, Anne Peterson, Kelly Florek, Meltem Zeytinoglu, Vicki
Bembenista, Renee Pleitner (fourth row) Rachel Merkell, Jeannie
Knish, Tim Hayes, Aaron Brown, Stacy Bulan, Melisa Benavente,
Sarah Fine (back row) Ben Hoban, Phil Nelson, Matt Novotney,
Chris Boudi, Brandon Holtz, Greg Zeck, Jim Rebesco, Brian
Daniels
Student Government (front row) Mary Spomar, Kavitha Pai, Tom
Bertagnolli, Nina Bilimoria, Shilpa Rane, Meghan Ambre, Ariane
Peralta (second row) Cara Bailey, Tatum Miller, Caroline Miller,
Megan Mask, Mandy Burrell, Emily Magliola, Marc Stojkovich
(third row) Kevin Hunt, Jordan Mayer, Liz Anzur, Melisa
Benavente, Natalie Campbell, Max Goodman, Jenny Triana (back
row) Korinne Ward, Amanda Salinas, Annie Knish, Brian
Christiansen, Albert Song, Jeannie Knish, Bob Yamtich, Anne Ellis
Thespians (front row) Rachel Economou, Kavitha Pai, Kristen
Riechers, Melissa Herr, Angela Poe, Katie Sweeney, Heather
Hamilton (second row) Jen Szabo, Paul Kennedy, Heather Shutko,
Melisa Benavente, Max Goodman, Tess Given (back row) Janice Tsai,
Marjorie Roades, David Mangus, Mike Harbison, J.J. Pestikas,
Angela Shearman, Tejal Shah
Video Club (front row) Steve Voukidis, Matt Thompson, Adriana
Medynsky, Jessica De Giulio (second row) Melissa Witting, Adam
Economou, Wayne Phaup, Danella Jaksich (back row) B.J. Slater,
Brad Rathert, Mike Grady, Jennie Hermann
■84-Clubs
While loading presents for less
fortunate children. Student
Government members Kevin Hunt,
senior, and Amy Dumakowski and
Liz Anzur, juniors, hope to brighten
someone's Holiday.
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HELPING
STUDENTS SACRIFICE
FREE TIME LENDING
TALENTS TO
ORGANIZATIONS
W hether picking up garbage to
make the community cleaner,
or caring for an individual,
students found ways to help.
As the leaves changed colors. Project
X members gathered lingering garbage
in Bieker Woods, and continued to
show their generosity by volunteering
at the Salvation Army.
"Helping made me realize how
fortunate I really was," Project X
member Connie Kunelis, junior, said.
Student Government also extended
kindness to the less fortunate. Their
Adopt-an- Angel program worked with
Advisories to conjure up smiles on little
childrens' faces as they received the
one present they had wished for.
Advisories agreed upon a number of
children, and then received a child's
name, age, size and wish list.
"Student Government gave students
GIVING BACK
Sharing her time, Angela Sherman, senior, helps
a middle school student with his spelling
homework. NHS members earned service points
through tutoring students, ringing bells for the
Salvation Army and donating canned goods.
HAND
a choice to choose who they wanted to
represent them and allowed us to do
things the community enjoyed,"
Student Government member Marc
Stojkovich, freshman, said.
Hoping to decrease drunk driving
incidents among their peers. Students
Against Drunk Driving (SADD) took
the initiative to make students aware
that driving drunk equaled disaster.
SADD members displayed a graveyard
scene at the south and north entrances
which caught students' attention as
they walked into school.
"We tried to show that drinking had
terrible consequences, so when faced
with that decision, students would
choose not to drive drunk," SADD
President Sharvari Dalai, junior, said.
Assisting their peers. National
Honors Society (NHS) provided free
tutoring for high school and middle
school students in any class. Members
also traveled to the Mayflower House,
a home for girls, where they became a
friend or just someone to talk to.
While participating in club activities
that aided the school and community,
students thought back and remem-
bered how even the smallest reach of
their hand made a big difference.
Community-85 B
BATTLING BRANCHES
On a windy Saturday, Nov. 16,
Laura Ellingson, senior, fills her
plastic bag with hard to catch litter.
Project X members worked together
to help clean up Bieker Woods.
student TEACHER
Helping younger trumpet players
perfect their music, senior Dave
Kaegebein points out a note. Band
members helped elementary
students every Wednesday.
Top Honors
Because she obtained a 4.0
GPA while involved in
volleyball, Jenny Sliwa,
senior, accepts the Scholar
Athlete Award form Dr.
Kevin MeCaffrey,principal,
at the fall sports banquet.
Brief moments in the
spotlight brought extra
bonuses to recipients.
Head of the Class
With his head shaved to
acknowledge the Boys'
Swim Team's success at
State, Mr. Steve Moell,
math teacher, explains a
lesson to his Algebra 2
class. Whether rewarding
reached goals with prizes
such as shoelaces and
sweatbands, establishing
bizarre bargains on the
side, or recognizing
exceptional performances
with objects such as red
wooden sea horses, coaches
aided in arousing motiva-
tion and incentive.
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Roaring fans and post-game celebrations after
the buzzer-beating shot defeating Crown Point.
A flood of flowers after the last performance of
Bye Bye, Birdie. Two 36-inch Speech Team
trophies engraved with the words: “IHSFA
Sectional and Regional Champions.”
Special awards and recognition
greeted students with showers of
pride for their accomplishments and
successes while converting all of their
sacrificed time and distended efforts
into worthwhile endeavors.
"Being on the Speech Team was its
own reward," Tejal Shah, senior, said.
"It was a great learning experience
because I faced successes, yet I faced
failures as well. I experienced the
trials of real life. But the best aspect of
it was the great feeling I got after
working so hard and putting in so
much time and then winning the
award at the end of the meet."
For athletes, the sweet taste of
■86-Life
victory inspired self-respect and
motivation as they enjoyed particular
moments basking in the glory of a job-
well-done. In addition, they also
accepted a variety of awards ranging
from ribbons and medals to plaques
and trophies as tokens of their remark-
able achievements and efforts.
"It felt incredibly rewarding after
our relay won first place at State for
swimming," Jeff Lee, sophomore, said.
"We really deserved it, and all the
hard work and dedication paid off
while we stood on that podium in
front of that huge, cheering crowd as
they presented us our medals."
In drama, on the other hand, the
Prize Patrol
After hearing his name
drawn at the Incentive
Awards Program, Bryan
Szyper, senior, walks away
with a new Cassio mini
TV. This program
bestowed a variety of
items to students drawn
out of the A or B honor
rolls, perfect attendance,
PALS, and perfect
punctuality categories.
Round of Applause
Praising the Girls' Cross
Country Team for their
efforts during a fieldhouse
assembly. Captains Mindy
Hershberger and Laura
Murray, juniors, touch
upon their season's
highlights. Assemblies
provided opportunities to
recognize dedicated
students and athletes for
their accomplishments.
Face of Relief
To relieve stress and induce
incentive, Dave Miller,
junior, and sophomores
Cori Oprinovich and Shilpa
Joshi celebrate during the
Speech Team party at
senior Kavitha Pai's house
the night before Sectionals.
Events such as Senior
Nights, motivational
dinners and pre-game
festivities rewarded
students by allowing them
to escape the pressures and
burdens of everyday life.
actors, directors, and crew members
received no tangible awards for their
tedious preparation and time consum-
mation. However, distinctive rewards
for their efforts appeared in the form
of sentiments of personal fulfillment
and self-satisfaction.
"Acting itself was its biggest
reward," Tess Given, junior, said.
"Simply making the story and charac-
ters really come alive was worth all
the work it took to get to that point.
Audience reaction during a perfor-
mance was also a reward because
when an audience enjoyed your story,
you knew you did a good job."
Special group gatherings and
celebrations before or after important
events also added to the extra benefits
granted to students who devoted their
spare time and undivided attentions
to certain sports or organizations.
"The Boys' Soccer Team had an end
of the year party in the cafeteria after
our last game," Steve Week, freshman,
said. "We all got together to celebrate
our season for one last time."
Whether gazing upon the roaring
crowd, rejoicing with friends over a
job-well-done or hoisting up the first
place trophy after a state victory,
students encountered a variety of
rewards and bonuses through partici-
pation in clubs and sports.
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Watchful Wall
Resting between plays, senior Joe
Skurka, sophomore Dan Schmid and
senior John McCullough watch from
the sidelines. "Everyone on the team
always cheered for whoever was on
the field, which gave us all support
and helped us play well," Dan said.
■SB-Sports
Crossing the line
"At 7:50 a.m. I walked from
the dark fieldhouse into the
locker room. I found the
little cooler and went to the
trainer's room to fill the bag
of ice. We arrived at High-
land and piled off the bus.
After the guys' race, it was
time for action. As the girls
lined up, I made sure to
grab the coolers of Gatorade and
ice. At the end of the race, I was
ready at the ropes to help those
A typical
day for
Girls’
Cross
Country
trainer,
Janice
Tsai,
senior
who needed support.
Mindy (Hershberger) was
hurt, and I helped support
her to the end of the chute.
I took her number, gave
her ice for her shins and
poured her Gatorade. After
awhile, we were all stand-
ing in a circle, some nurs-
ing old wounds. At about
10:40 a.m., I gathered up
used cups, grabbed the coolers
and headed back."
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On the fields and on the courts,
players battled out in their compe-
titions, but behind the nets and in
the stands, stood other figures who
made those competitions possible.
To remain competitive, athletes
required more than practice and
energy. Trainers and managers
kept them in the game with quick
ankle wraps or squirts of water.
"During practices, I swept the
court and did my homework,"
Boys' Basketball manager Alan
Horn, junior, said. "At the games I
gave the players water and towels.
I also collected their warm-up
uniforms."
Coaches offered expertise on
physical and technical matters
while also realizing the needs of
individuals and team as a whole.
"I felt that a coach had more
than just one role on the team,"
Girls' Golf Coach and Boys'
Quick Wrap
Helping George Kouros, junior, at the
Homecoming game, John Doherty, head
trainer, wraps his wrist with tape. Trainers
stood readily on sidelines to assist any athlete
requiring immediate physical assistance
People
behind
the athletes
keep them
in the
game with
everything
from
bellows
and cheers
to wrist
wraps and
banquet
dishes
while
reminding
them why
they play
Swimming Assistant Coach Mr.
Steve Mocll, mathematics teacher,
said. "I was a new coach this year,
and I realized I needed to get
players to keep their heads where
they needed to be and be positive
role models when playing."
Although fans did not experi-
ence the hours of practice and
pre-game activitites that the
coaches and trainers experienced
with players, their role played
into the scheme of things.
"During football it was great to
come out and play in front of the
supportive, entertaining fans,"
John Folta, senior, said. "At some
of the games, like Bishop Noll,
Mike Grady and company
painted a white sheet with a red
spray painted falcon on it for me
and held it up through the game."
Softball bats got stored in the
closet after the spring and parents
no longer had to wash tennis
warm-ups for practice, but echos
of cheers and memories of care
remained in athletes' minds even
off of the playing fields.
Fan Frenzy
To support the Varsity Girls'
Volleyball Team, spirited fans show
signs of recognition for "Fill the
Fieldhouse" night. To encourage fan
participation, the team arranged
special events for Senior Night.
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Quick Switch
Dancing their National routine
during the Varsity Girls' Basketball
game on Jan. 23, Nicole Petrungaro,
junior. Heather Patterson, senior, and
Margaret Taylor, junior, perform a
quarter switch leap. In the national
competition in Orlando, FL, the
squad placed 10th in their division.
Drilling It In
To prepare for the national
competition. Missy Depa, junior,
practices the routine after school in
the fieldhouse. "We warmed up and
then worked on technique," Missy
said. "We usually danced for about
one and a half hours and then
worked on little things."
Varsity Poms: (front row) Jenni
Goldsmith, Kristina Carton, Tatum
Miller, Heather Patterson, Nicole
Petrungaro (second row) Jaci Grigsby,
Kelly Vliek, Heather Ciastko, Jessica
Lotak, Jill Savage, Meredith Nelson
(back row) Leah Gilbert, Natalie Biel,
Ashley McMahen, Margaret Taylor,
Missy Depa
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Turning
s
Kick lines and leaps push squad to perfection as they
dance their way to Nationals and first place at Regionals
“Low Rider,” blared out of the football field's PA system as 16
Pom Pons shivered in their skirts and waited to perform. Behind the
expressive faces and smiles that the crowd witnessed at all of the
home football and basketball games, the girls endured hours of
practice leading them to a 4th place finish at State and an invitation
to compete nationally at the Universal Dance Team's competition.
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The season's
highlight was
definitely
Regionals at
Lake Central
We took first
place in the
Varisty Pom
Division One
category and
first place
overall. ”
Kristina Carton,
senior
Making it worthwhile
Hours scrubbing cars, lunches selling
brownies or days coaching third, fourth,
and fifth graders in dance provided
workout enough. But the real test began
as the girls practiced for two and a half
to four hours building stamina to
prepare for complicated dance routines.
However, the energy put
forth paid off when perfor-
mance time arrived.
"The season's highlight
was definitely Regionals at
Lake Central," Co-captain
Kristina Carton, senior, said.
"We took first place in the
Varisty Pom Division One
category and first place
High Flier
At Boys Basketball's Senior Night,
Tatum Miller, senior, performs a toe
touch to "Bounce Ya' All" by Snoop
Doggy Dogg. As one of only two
recepients of the IHSDTA scholar-
ship and chosen as the only All State
Pom from Munster, Miller helped
the team with choreography as one
of three Co-captains.
overall. We won two trophies and we
each got a gold medal to keep."
Going places
While fans increased morale, the
team had their own inspirations.
Coming within a hundredth of a point
and their goal to place in the top three in
State, their next goal of advancing to
national semifinals remained in reach.
"I remember hitting our ending pose
and hearing the cheers from the audi-
ence at Nationals," Co-captain Tatum
Miller, senior, said. "Then we waited for
the semifinalist teams to be read. When
Munster wasn't read with the top six, I
knew it was all over."
Placing 10th in their division at
Nationals after an overall series of
successful platings at competitions
defined the spirit ot the season.
"Placing high at State and Nationals
was a motivation all year," Coach Leigh
Ann Brown, English teacher, said.
"Week to week, we knew we had to do
well at games, but in the end, we knew
we had to place well in competitions."
JV Poms: (front row)
Marisa Joens, Korinne
Ward, Melissa Volkman,
Janna Lorenzen (second
row) Kristine Thaera,
Nicole Rosenbaum,
Kristin Gallata (back rozv)
Ellen Bielwaski, Julie
Kucek, Amy Conover
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Flying
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Exeeding their own expectations, girls cheer their way to
Nationals while exciting crowds at school events and games
With all eyes fixed upon him, the Universal Cheerleading Associa-
tion (UCA) cheerleader took in a deep breath before announcing the
recipient of the 1997 Leadership Award for St. Mary's cheerleading
camp. Speaking clearly into the microphone in front of hundreds of
parents, friends and fellow cheerleaders, he began "...and the winner
of the Leadership Award goes to. ..Munster Varsity."
Leading the way
Setting the stage for a successful
season to come, the squad swept the
award's ceremony taking firsts in the
cheer and dance divisions. Proving that
individual talents attributed to the
squad as a whole, the staff named
seniors Natalie Campbell, Heather
Hamilton, Kelly Rothschild and Melanie
Yuraitis UCA All-Stars.
"Every year we looked up to the
squads who won all the awards at
camp," Rachel Gribble, junior, said.
"Finally, this year was our turn. It was
such an honor because we knew other
squads looked to us for leadership."
As the fall sports season kicked off,
the squad refocused its energy towards
cheering for the football team. With the
additional success of the team, an
abundance of school spirit flooded
Mustang Field on game nights. Igniting
the town's 'Red Rage fever,' an overflow
of fan support remained a permanent
fixture throughout the duration of the
season. Fueled by this involvement, the
girls led revitalized crowds on Friday
nights in support of the team's efforts.
"We had fans who were 100%
behind the team," Erin Kenar, junior,
said. "Usually, we didn't have that kind
of fan support. It was extremely fun to
cheer at games to a fired up crowd."
Competitive edge
Overshadowed by the
excitement of football's
Regional contest, the cheer-
leaders quietly prepared for
their owp Regional competi-
tion. After winning the third
place trophy, the girls
received a bid to Nationals.
"At Regionals our routine
was very simple," Co-
captain Melanie Yuraitis,
senior, said. "We realized
we had to step up difficulty
in our routine to compete at
the national level."
Finishing in the top half of
their group in the Medium
Varsity division, the squad
basked in the excitement of
the season and their first trip
to Nationals in Florida.
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Every year we
looked up to
the squads who
won all the
awards at
camp. Finally,
this year was
our turn.
It was such an
honor because
we knew other
squads looked
to us for
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Rachel Gribble,
junior
Varsity Cheerleading: (front row) Kelly
Rothschild, Jenny Triana, Elizabeth
Wickland, Melanie Yuraitis (back row)
Rachel Gribble, Jill Weiss, Natalie
Campbell, Heather Hamilton, Juliane
Tosiou
Private Screening
After inviting all parents and friends
to a preview of their Nationals
routine in the wrestling room, the
girls perform the dance portion of
the 2:15 cheer presentation. The
competition squad practiced almost
everyday for three months.
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Over The Top
After throwing a basket toss, juniors Rachel
Gribble and Erin Kenar and sophomores Kara
Argus and Liz DeVries, wait to catch Gia Ghezzi,
sophomore. Because of intense practices for
national competition, higher level stunts entered
into regular game situations during the season.
Last Hurrah
With tears in their eyes. Co-captain
Kelly Rothschild and Lieutenant
Elizabeth Wickland, seniors, hug
each other after the basketball
Sectional loss to Lake Central. After
six years of cheering together, the
girls ended their cheer careers on
emotional notes at Calumet.
(V Choprlc.iding: (front row) Erin
Kenar, Debby Feldman, Gia Ghezzi, Liz
DeVries (hark row) Kimm Hoge, Lisa
Young, Caroline Miller. Kara Argus
Giving Directions
Leading the students in a responsive
cheer during Sectionals, seniors
Heather Hamilton and Kelly
Rothschild shout out to the crowd.
Freshmen Cheerleading: (front row)
Brittany Fritzsche, Angela Smith,
Angelie Martich (hack role) Sheri
Meyers, Emily Magliola, Kelly Mercer,
Adrienne Lebo
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Drilling into
Regionals, boys
tackle way to record-
breaking season
“RED RAGE” chants began as a whisper but soon escalated
to a scream, and the cause for the town's case of football fever.
"RED RAGE was the team motto," Head Coach Leroy Marsh,
health teacher, said. "It was the creed that the players lived by
throughout the entire season."
"We didn't even know what RED RAGE meant until the Thursday
before our first game," Matt Ojomo junior, said.
However, RED RAGE started just as the season did.
Red Rage
One could hardly remember the early
season loss to T.F. South which many
believed would set the tone for the rest
of the season. But the boys set their own
tone, winning 10 of the next 11 games.
The team trampled Lake Central defeat-
ing them 18-14, followed by a 16-7 win
over State-ranked Griffith.
"The Griffith game on Sept. 13
showed us a glimpse of our true poten-
tial as a team and gave us a sense of
team unity," Coach Marsh said.
"The best part of the game was when
Kyle hit Crepeau with a pass and
Crepeau then ran for a touchdown,"
Nick Guzik, junior, said. "It showed
Griffith right away that we were there to
play and we were going to dominate."
Practicing and playing in weather
ranging from one-hundred to thirty
degrees, the Mustangs fought on
preparing to reach their goal to win
State. Winning the Lake Ten Conference,
beating Griffith for the second time in
the Sectional playoffs, and playing in
the Regional playoffs against the
Hobart Brickies, the boys attained a 10-2
record. On Nov. 15, however, in
freezing temperatures, the team fell to
State-ranked Hobart, 0-10.
"I was very disgusted, dissatisfied,
and sad in the last minute of the game.
Until that point, I still thought we
would be able to pull it off," First Team
All-Stater Dave Fiegle, senior, said.
"The one part I'll always remember
about the Hobart game was saying
good-bye afterward to fellow seniors.
After having played with those guys for
four years, I knew this was the last time
we would all play together as a team,"
RED RAGE Award winner Dave
Rybicki, senior, said.
Remaining a close-knit team through-
out the season, the establishment of
unity provided the team with its in-
domitable power.
"Good team quickness and strong
leadership from the upper classmen
were the most important strengths for
our winning season," Asst. Coach Scott
McAlister, social studies teacher, said.
Supported by numerous three year
varsity veterans, the team allotted much
of their success to experience. Many of
the senior players learned each other's
abilities and skills through six years of
playing football together.
"The team had been together since
the seventh grade and we tried the best
we could to bring the State Champion-
ship home to Munster High
School," Rybicki said.
"I have watched Munster
football since the first team
played here over thirty years
ago. The seniors should
have known that this was the
best year ever," Asst. Coach
Bob Shinkan, mathematics
teacher, said.
Varsity Football
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5-0 Conference
T.F. South 7- 12
Lake Central 18-14
Griffith 16-7
Morton 49-0
Bishop Noll 44-6
Highland 40-0
Hammond High 69-13
Calumet 69-14
Field With Joy
"Walking off the field with the
trophy made the hard work of every
practice worth while," said captain
Dave Fiegle, senior. Fiegle congratu-
lates teammates, seniors Mike
Morgan (43) and Dave Rybicki (14)
for defeating Griffith in Sectionals.
Sectionals
Gavit 28-0
Highland 56-7
Griffith 7-0
Regionals
Hobart 0-10
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Boost of Pride
Filled with overwhelming grief after
the Hobart loss,the Mustangs raise
their helmets one last time before
charging off the field 1- motions ran
high in the locker room as seniors
reluctantly removed their jerseys.
Varsity Football: (from row) Albert
Song, Kyle Dempsey. J.P. Nowak, Brian
Christiansen, Fat Byrne, Scott Crepeau,
Joe Reidelbaeh (second row) Nick
DeRosa, Todd Compton, Ryan Glinski,
Curt Bend is. Matt Kamboures, Jim
Lemon (third roiv) Dave Fiegle, John
Folta, Dave Rybicki, Mike Morgan,
Shawn Higgins, Mike Domasica,
Bryant Poteet (fourth row) Mark Lasota,
Jon Salinas, Jason Rosko, George
Kouros, Joe Christiansen, Jared
McKinley, Tom Webb, Nick Guzik
(fifth row) Eric Talbot, Jim
Ambercrombie, Scott Shinkan, Jon
Cole, Brian Wolotka, Ralph Topete,
Chris Caruso, Mike Hyland, Matt
Ojomo (sixth row) Andy Justak, Eric
Merkell, Kevin Talbot, Dan Schmid,
Mike Nierengarten, Joe Stakala,Phil
Spencer, Chris Pfister, Adam Noel,
Jared Hamilton (seventh row) Tony
Qualls, Nick Monteleone, Dave
Wendell, Chip I larwood, Ryan Bacon,
Pete Dennis, Bob Austgen, TJ Anthony,
Tony Brown, Greg Hedges (eigth row)
Pat Crawford, Nick Adamopouios,
Mark Sherman, Corey Hill, Keith
Hyland, Scott Anyanwu, Javier
DeLuna, Kevin Jablonski, Brian
Marschak, Jon Ramos (back row ) Justin
Robledo, Rich Gross, Trainer John
Daugherty, Asst. Coach Scott
McCallister, Asst. Coach Dirk Sloan,
Head Coach Leroy Marsh, Asst. Coach
Robert McCall, Asst. Coach Bob
Shinkan, Asst. Coach Tom Largus, Tim
Gross, Theresa Loving, Chris
Schneider.
Almost There
Surrounded by a sea of T.F. South
defenders, Brian Christiansen (8),
senior, scampers to the end zone.
The opening game of the season
resulted in a defeat, one of the two
losses of the season.
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Lighting the Way
At 10 p.m. on Nov. 14, senior players
shed their shoulder pads for jeans and
letterman jackets as they tossed around
a football. Their practice had ended four
hours earlier, but their mental prepara-
tion for the Hobart game and sectional
championship had only just begun.
“Those were our glory days," John
Folta, senior, said. "We knew it could
have been our last home game and we
wanted to be on the field one more time
before the big game."
Realizing that physical abilities
needed to be complemented by mental
preparations, the team came together off
the field to create a sense of together-
ness. Whether taking time away from
homework to attend Prep Football on
Thursdays or spending nights trying to
learn opponents' strategies, players
came to enjoy the closeness.
"Prep football gave the team a chance
to bond with one another, along with the
cheerleaders, before the games," Albert
Song, senior, said, "Even though we
talked with one another during practice,
it was nice to be around your friends
without the shoulder pads and helmets.
Football was a part of the evening but
not the entire night. It was the bonding
that created the memories."
As the season progressed, senior
leadership emerged as a major contribu-
tor to the team's success. Together as a
group, the 18 senior players went
beyond the call of duty. Between reiter-
ating Coach Marsh's game plan and
statistically leading the team in every
aspect of the game, seniors seized
chances to spend time with each other.
"It wasn't always the fact that we
won," Song said. "Sometimes it was the
practices, the decorations in the Com-
mons or those Thursday nights that
made the season special."
wesome
ccomplishments
Awards:
First team All State! '95-'96)
First team All Conference! '95/96)
All- Area! '96)
Times Defensive Player of the
Year! '96)
Name: Dave Fiegle Position: Linebacker/Tight End
Age: 17 Height: 6 foot 1 Grade: 12
Favorite aspect of football: "Going through the
good times and the bad with my good friends."
Favorite position: "Linebacker, because I love
hitting my opponents."
Flashback: "Walking off our home field with the
sectional championship trophy in hand('96.)"
Advice for upcoming players: "Play as hard as
you can for as long as you can, because once it's over, you
can't go back."
Freshmen Football: (front row) Mike Petrizzo, Steve Ashby, Joe Born, Ralph Schwandt, Jon
Depa, Steve Persic, Andy Saliga. (second row) Matt DeBoer, Jay Korczak, Nate Hansen, Alex
Lulinski, John Hanrahan, Marc Stojkovich. (third row) Bryan Washausen, Even Jones, Sean
Adley, Dan Diombala, Aaron Barns, Brandon Kluga, Steve Mendoza, Ryan Booth, (fourth
row) Brian Scheffel, Jim Nuzzo, Steve Ciric, Mark Brand, Gyle Delrio, Bassam Mahammed,
George Kounelis. (fifth row) Josh Sudbury, Dan Grady, Jim Bohling, Derek Klein, Steve
Lindeman, Tony Konvalinka, Pete Mamula, Tim Gross, (sixth row) Brian Jablonski, Ron
Barkowski, Warren Potter, Damian Murks, Matt Koscieski, Billy Mucha, Dave Lundin,
Nick Hansen, Andy Lulinski. (back row) Coach Chris Marsh, Coach Brian Clark.
Last Down
Missing their goal of advancing to
state. Captain Scott Crepeau (9),
senior, falls to his knees after losing
Regionals to Hobart, 10-0. Crepeau
received the Most Valuable
Offensive Back Award and an All-
State Honorable Mention.
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Power Dive
Tackled to the ground. Quarterback
Kyle Dempsey (15), senior, lunges
for a first down during the Sectional
play offs against Griffith. The team
shut out the Panthers, 7=0 for the
second time this season.
Seeing Daylight
With the ball in his hands and
winning on his mind, Brian
Christiansen (8), senior, looks for an
open receiver. The team beat
Calumet 69-14 and advanced to
Sectionals.
Listen Up
During the Homecoming game, Oct.
11, Coach Leroy Marsh, health
teacher, argues with the referee over a
call. The Mustangs won 49-0 against
the Hammond High Wildcats.
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Unified with success,
Varsity Volleyball bumps,
sets and spikes their way
to Semi-State
Sprinting down the freshly waxed court in sparkling white tennis
shoes and ponytails swaying in the air, the team began their first
practice. With high hopes for the season ahead, the electrified girls
sweated out their first laps around the red rubber floor. "We did it
once, we can do it again," fit the motto for the Varsity
Volleyball team throughout their 5 month season.
Ready Position
"I felt we were successful because we
had a good attitude and we all worked
as a team," Jill Hughes, junior, said.
Although the team pumped them-
selves up to begin the new season,
worries about staying up in the ranks
clouded the heads of unsure players.
The girls realized that if their records
went down, it would take awhile to
work back up to where they started.
"I knew we had a lot to live up to
after last year's team and I was worried
we weren't mentaly ready for it," Lauren
Trela, junior, said.
Reaching for their goals, the self-
supporting team hoped for success and
fixed their minds on making it to State.
"We wanted to win conference, hit
Semi-state, and become the best team we
could," Becky Jacob, senior, said.
Putting in Practice
Developing into a State-ranked team
proved a difficult but rewarding task.
On days when the girls took a break
from heading to their match in a yellow,
worn-out school bus, they trekked,
instead, to a 3-hour practice.
"It wasn't that much training, it was
how much you wanted it," Hughes said.
"Of course, we worked hard, otherwise
we wouldn't have gotten as far as we
did, and we did awesome."
Grasping for air, the girls worked on
strengthening their skills by darting
back and forth down the wooden floor.
The team continued their daily condi-
tioning with exhausting weight lifting,
running and
jumping drills. Varsity Volleyball
"We put in our 29-4
offense, defense 24 ‘ 4 Con,erence
and transition
games to build up
our endurance,"
Thornton said. "I
mean 1,000 jumps
a day was 'a lot of
practice."
To build up
team unity. Coach
Thornton closed
each practice with
a 'team get-
together cheer.'
Promoting togeth-
erness on and off
the court provided
the team with
added benefits.
"Since most of
us played together
last year we
would hang out
and have sleep-
overs," Kelly
Hendry, senior,
said. "Our success
was what pulled
us together."
Lowell 16-14, 15-7
Hanover Central 15-7, 15-4
Hobart 15-3, 13-15, 15-4
Crown Point 15-10, 15-5
Valparaiso 15-3, 11-15, 15-13
Calumet 15 0, 15-11, 18-6
Portage 13-15, 15-11, 18-16
North Newton 15-5, 15-1
South Bend Adams 15-9, 7-15, 15-6
Joliet Catholic 15-6, 15-4
Hammond High 15-1, 15-1
Griffith 15-4, 15-6
Colombus East 5-10, 8-15, 11-15
Peru 15-6, 15-3
Pendelton Heights 15-11, 15-11
Clinton Prairie 15-9, 15-6
Clark 15-8, 15-5
Highland 15-5, 17-15
Morton 15-13, 15-3
Whiting 15-2, 15-8
Merrillville 15-12, 15-11
Fort Wayne 15-8, 15-12
Mishawaka-Penn 3-15, 14-16
Laporte 5-15, 2-15
Bishop Noll 15-10, 15-5
Gavit 15-11, 15-12
Andrean 15-8, 5-15, 15-3
Lake Central 15-7, 15-10
Sectionals
Griffith 15-2, 15-12
Hanover Centrall5-5, 15-12
Highland 15-4, 15-9
Lake Central 15-3, 15-11
Regionals
Merrillville
Bishop Noll 15-11, 15-6
Andrean 15-10, 15-11
Semi-State
Mishawaka-Penn 15-8, 15-8
All-Star
With her body stretched out to the
fullest, co-captain Becky Jacob (42),
senior, aims to overcome the double
block of her Lake Central oppo-
nents. Jacob, finishing the season as
First Team All-State, helped bring
the team to Semi-State.
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Waiting to Exhale
Anticipating their teammates next
move on the court, juniors Jill
Hughes (23), Lauren Trela (3),Tracy
Kirsch (7), Jackie Semko (4), Jenny
Jacob (1) and Michelle Speziale (26)
watch anxiously on the sidelines
along with coaches Carmi Thornton
and Don Fortner, business teacher.
Staying aware off the court helped
the teammates prepare themselves
when their turn on the floor arrived.
Varsity: ( front row) Angie Kubacki,
Jackie Semko, Becky Jacob, Kelly
Hendry, Tracy Kirsch, Jenny Jacob.
( back rmv) Candice Blissmer, Asst.
Coach Chuck Schallhom, Stephanie
Sfura, Lauren Jillson, Lauren Trela, Jill
Hughes, Michelle Speziale, Jenny Sliwa,
Head Coach Carmi Thornton.
Short Stuff
Waiting for Lake Central to serve,
5 foot 2, Angie Kubacki (6), senior,
stations herself into the ready
position. Squatting as dose to the
ground as possible made Kubacki
quicker when passing and gave her
the skill to direct her pass better.
Being the shortest on the team did
not stop her passing ability. 'The
taller you were, the harder it was for
you to move around, so I was able to
move a lot easier," Kubacki said.
Straight Talk
While breaking for a time out,
Coach Thornton motivates her team
and sets a new game strategy
During each time-out, team
members boosted each other's spirit
with team grunts and focused on
making their next move.
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Lasting Impact
Because of her kill's power, junior
Jackie Semko (4) flies back from the
net during the Portage game. Three-
hour practices and conditioning
helped build endurance and
prepared the team for competitions.
Junior Varsity: (.front row) Stephanie
Gill, Laura Hernandez, Susan Hay, Jaci
Palos, Melissa Hecimovich, Amanda
Salinas ( back row) Beth Sliwa, Stacey
Smith, Ann Spolnick, Coach Chuck
Schallhorn, Jamie Stennis, Susan
Kucharski, Sara Bieszczat
Freshmen: (front row) Angela Keslin,
Katy Szumlanski, Rachel Golonka,
Heather Kotlowski, Sarah Susoreny,
Renee Halajcsik. (back row) Kathy
Mueller, Kari Dumakowskijenny
Lounsberry, Elizabeth Spolnik, Coach
Don Fortner, Rachel Merkell, Margaret
Schaum, Julie Morris, Elizabeth
Wiesner
Flood of Memories
After receiving gifts from her fellow
teammates and family on Senior
Night, co-captain Jenny Sliwa (5)
remembers her 4 years of play. "It
was really weird. I was sad because I
knew this was my last year, but it
was a great feeling too, since we had
a great year," Sliwa said.
Take a Bow
After securing a win over Lake
Central, their last regular season
game, seniors Becky Jacob (42) and
Jenny Sliwa (5) congratulate each
other on the team's 29-4 record.
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JV Volleyball
19-9
Lowell 15-6, 15-3
Hanover Central
15-5, 15-10
Hobart 15-8, 15-6
Crown Point 15-8, 15-4
Valparaiso 1-15, 12-15
Calumet 15-5, 15-8
Michigan City
5-15, 5-15
Penn 12-15,6-15
Mishawaka
6-15,15-9, 9-15
Lafayette Jeff
15-11, 15-4
Hammond High
15-3, 15-4
Griffith
12-15, 15-5, 18-20
Clark 15-8, 10-15, 15-4
Highland 17-15, 15-11
Highland 15-5 15-11
Michigan City
15-13, 15-9
Portage 15-4, 15-13
Andrean
2-15, 15-8, 9-15
Morton 15-10, 15-11
Whiting 15-7, 15-7
Bishop Noll
14-16, 15-3, 12-15
Gavit 15-4, 15-13
Andrean
14- 16, 15-12, 17-15
Lake Central
15- 14, 2-15, 13-15
Conference
Tournament
Calumet 15-3, 15-3
Whiting 15-10, 15-3
Clark 15-6, 15-9
Bishop Noll
9-15,15-11,12-15
Freshman
16-7
A
Lake Central 11-15, 15-12, 15-4
Andrean 15-12,1-15,5-15
Merrillville 8-15, 15-11, 15-17
Clark 15-7, 15-9
Valparaiso 6-15, 12-15
Hammond High 15-7, 15-13
Clark 15-12, 3-15, 15-13
Bishop Noll 5-15, 15-12, 12-15
Highland 15-10, 15-12
Portage 15-9, 15-8
Bishop Noll 15-11, 15-7
Crown Point 15-10, 7-15, 15-4
Hobart 16-14, 15-11
Gavit 15-12, 15-6
LaPorte 13-15, 10-15
Chesterton 12-15, 15-12, 15-5
Crown Point 14-16, 15-3, 15-8
Highland 9-15, 15-8, 15-9
Lowell 15-11, 8-15, 11-15
Lake Central 15-6, 15-5
LaPorte 15-10, 4-15, 15-10
Lake Central 15-12, 15-12
Andrean 15-11, 11-15, 12-15
B
Lake Central
15-10, 15-11
Andrean 14-16, 9-15
Clark 15-13
Valparaiso 9-15, 7-15
Hammond High 15-6
Bishop Noll 12-15,5-15
Highland 15-8, 15-0
Portage 15-7
Bishop Noll 15-12, 15-6
Crown Point 15-5
Highland 15-5
Lowell 6-15, 6-15
Lake Central 16-14
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Passing Through
As the season soared on, the team
faced an assortment of obstacles on the
court. While trying to concentrate on
team unity and getting accustomed to a
new group, the girls rivaled the multiple
challenges that came their way.
"I knew the better they worked
together, the more successful they
would be," Thornton said.
With their hearts set on surpassing
every team in the area, the girls wound
up their season with a 24-4 conference
record. The team then went on to
eliminate their sectional competition
against Hanover Central 15-5, 15-12 and
Highland 15-4, 15-9 and later conquered
their opponents in Regionals.
Fighting until the end, the girls made
their way to Semi-state, losing in a hard
fought battle against Mishawaka-Penn.
"I played with one of the best players
that Munster ever saw, Becky Jacob, of
course," Trela said. "Everyone worked
together to play and 1 saw how we
progressed through the season."
"It showed that everything we did
really paid off," Trela said. "For those
people who doubted us because we
weren't State- ranked or favorites, it was
good to go out and prove to everyone
that they were wrong."
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ccomplishments
Awards:
First team All State('%)
Second team All-State('95)
2 Semi-state appearances('95,'96)
3 Lake 10 titles
All-Area
All-Conference
Player of the Year('95, '96)
Name: Becky Jacob Position: Mid-hitter Age: 18
Height: 6 foot 2 Grade: 12 Nickname: Beaner
Favorite aspect of volleyball: "Being with all the
players and coaches and experiencing all the great
competition."
Favorite position: "Spiker. It's more exciting
because you got to put the ball away."
Future Plans: Attend University of Iowa by a full
scholarship and then go on to play beach volleyball.
Advice for upcoming players: "Play with all
your heart and only if it's what you really love."
Calling for Back-up
Stealing the spotlight, Lauren Jillson
(11), junior, moves forward to take
the kill against Lake Central over
Becky Jacob (42), senior. Since the
team had four returning players, the
younger team members shared in
team responsibilities.
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Prevailing over barriers,
girls smash rival Highland,
setting stage for 7-7-2 record
Through countless practices and games, girls' soccer
overcame bumps and bruises to end their third season ever. On week-
days during July and August, the team endured five-hour practices.
Throughout the season, they survived harsh conditions, innumerable
insects, and endless running drills six times a week.
Still Kickin’ to the End We, the Red Dogs . . .
Injuries prevailed throughout the
season as bruised bones, stretched
ligaments, and pulled muscles forced
players to sit out during games and
practices while cheering from the bench.
With several injured players unable
to participate, the team selected Junior
Varsity members to step up and adjust
to a higher level of play.
"I was nervous and scared at first,"
Amy Glowacki, sophomore, said. "After
I started playing, I got comfortable."
Ending the regular season with two
consecutive wins against Crown Point
and Michigan City, the team struggled
through these and many close games.
Rolling into Sectional play, the team
tied Highland 1-1 forcing the game into
overtime. Determined to prevail, senior
co-captains Allison Baut and Cara Bailey
along with Annie Domasica, freshman,
booted in three penalty kicks, defeating
the Trojans, 3-1, in double overtime.
"In the Highland game, we played
aggressive and stayed off their aggres-
sive attacks," Coach Donna Sopko,
Merrillville resident, said.
After beating rival Highland in
sectional play, the girls lost 0-3 to Lake
Central in the Sectional Championship.
"We knew LC was good. We knew
they were tough," Baut said. "We went
out there to give them a good game."
Inscribed bandanas, bodies covered in
whipped cream, and Red Dog Constitu-
tion signings contributed to the lasting
impact of Girls' Soccer Senior Night,
Oct. 10 in the cafeteria.
The team focused on "Red Dog"
tradition all night. Seniors received Red
Dog Beanie Babies wearing soccer neck-
laces as a going-away present. They also
established traditions to protect and
preserve the "Red Dogs", a nickname the
girls devised for themselves.
"A 'Red Dog' is a girl soccer player,"
Sarah Rasch, junior, said. "We care for
each other, watch out for each
other, and have fun together.
It's just what we are."
According to the tradi-
tions, once a player reached
the varsity level, the new-
comer received the "Red
Dog" inscription on their
bandanna during rituals on
Senior Night. The seniors
ended their season by signing
the Red Dog Constitution, a
document created by seniors
hoping to leave a lasting mark
and spark team unity.
The constitution guaran-
teed a more perfect team
while insuring permanent
friendships and traditions.
Girls' Soccer
7-7-2
3-3 Conference
Bishop Noll 8-0
Portage 1-1
Andrean 1-4
Chesterton 2-1
Valparaiso 3-0
Griffith 1-3
St. foe South Bend 0-7
Bishop Noll 8-0
Highland 3-1
Merrillville 2-5
Hobart 1-1
Griffith 1-5
Lake Central 2-5
Highland 1-3
Crown Point 1-0
Michigan City 3-0
Sectionals
Highland 3-1
Lake Central 0-3
Varsity Girls' Soccer Team: (front row)
Lisa Eidam, Melissa Schrage, Annie
Domasica, Nicole Rosenbaum (second
row) Coach Donna Sopko, Dana Pelc,
Brooke Mavronicles, Sarah Rasch, Liz
Anzur, Asst. Coach john Fekete (back
row) Allison Mack, Rita Schmid, Becky
Rueth, Jocelyn Vanderhoek, Michelle
Gonzalez, Allison Baut, Cara Bailey
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Direction Change
Lunging to the right, Kiley Wallace,
freshman, deceives her opponent. The
coaches and team selected |V players
Wallace, Gina Doherty, junior; Amy
Glowacki, sophomore, and Kristal
Markovich, freshman; to compete in
varsity games and practices.
Rising Above the Rest
To keep control, Dana Pelc, junior,
bounds to meet the ball. Quick to
observe and fast to act, the defense
kept opponents out of the PTA, where
most goals swept into the net.
Flipped Out
In order to make the ball soar
inbounds. Co-captain Allison Baut,
senior, performs her infamous flip
throw. Playing in recreational soccer
along with college tournaments, and
traveling to Australia to compete
assisted Baut in earning The Times
and Northwest Indiana Coaches
Association First Team honors.
Words of Wisdom
Frustrated by Highland's aggressive
play, Jocelyn Vanderhoek, senior,
tries to focus on the game and her
own level of play. As Asst. Coach
John Fekete, Munster resident, looks
to the field's action. Coach Donna
Sopko, Merrillville resident, offers
advice in keeping cool in heated
game situations.
Junior Varsity Girls' Soccer Team: (front
row) Cori Oprinovich, Abby Berzinis,
Sarah Leitelt, Meaghan Lober, Kerrie
Helbling. Kiley Wallace (second row)
Kristal Markovich, Amy Glowacki, Dana
Brzozkiewicz, Gina Doherty, Kathryn
Lanzillo, Danielle Dellorto (hock row)
Asst. Coach John Fekete, Agnes Stanko,
Theresa Lee, Elaine Yannokopolous,
Coach Donna Sopko
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own
Kicking into overdrive, boys
have trouble catching up after
numerous eligibility hassles
With a 1 2-5 record, the Boys' Soccer Team experienced a
season full of twists and turns. Forced to forfeit their first three games,
an eligibility mix up blemished the team's record. Paperwork mishaps
left the team ineligible for play. The forced losses destroyed the team's
goal to win the Lake 10 Conference.
Season Slams
Friendly Faces
"At first, we were in denial. Then, at
the meeting (held to clear up the paper-
work blunders), it hit us all at once,"
Derek Javorek, junior, said. "We worked
so hard and then we had to forfeit."
An unexpected 0-1 loss in double
overtime to Griffith in the first sectional
game blocked State goals.
"Griffith destroyed everything. After
them we were done, and all of the teams
we would have played after them were
easy," Joe Skurka, senior, said.
Despite the trials, the team came
together and won all but two of the
remainder of their games.
Miller Time
Captain Rich Miller, senior, stacked
up awards for his efforts. Voted Times
Player of the Year, First Team All Con-
ference, and First Team All Area, Miller
prided himself the most on the award of
Most Valuable Player.
"The MVP award was the best. It was
from my team," Miller said.
Miller mastered soccer over ten years.
He received most of his inspiration
from his sister, Courtney. She suffered
an accident that left her a quadriplegic.
"Everything she did was so hard for
her," Miller said. "It made me want to
work harder at everything I did."
Attributing to the team's
success, unity developed
from friendships acquired
through the time spent
together on and off the field.
"It wasn't like these were
the preps and these were the
smart kids or something. We
were just the guy's soccer
team," Javorek said.
Mixing fun into the
season, the boys initiated
team traditions. They helped
find each other Homecoming
dates, and once they found
them, they stood behind their
teammates as they asked.
They stepped right foot first
onto the field and played
pranks on JV members
during road trips. These
rituals produced good times
on and off the field.
A Step Ahead
Recapturing the ball from his
Merrillville opponent, captain Rich
Miller, senior, shows his aggrression
on the field through both his actions
and his facial expressions. In games
and practices the team played
competitively in order to build their
skills and record. To prevent injuries
from such play, the boys taped their
ankles and wore braces.
Boys' Varsity
Soccer
12-5
5-2 Conference
Griffith 7-0
Crown Point 4-0
Highland 3-0
Bishop Noll 2-1
Valparaiso 0-2
Hammond High 12-1
Portage 2-0
Hobart 3-0
Clark 7-1
Wheeler 4-0
Merrillville 9-2
Gavit 4-0
Lake Central 1-0
Chesterton 5-2
Morton 1-0
Michigan City 10-1
Sectionals
Griffith 0-1
Boys’ JV Soccer
11-0-3
Griffith 2-1
Crown Point 2-0
Highland 2-0
Bishop Noll 1-1
Valparaiso 1-0
Hammond High 2-0
Portage 1-1
Hobart 6-1
Wheeler 5-0
Merrillville 5-0
Lake Central 1-1
Chesterton 5-0
Morton 7-0
Michigan City 2-0
Boys' Soccer: (front row) Kris Giba,
Okechukwu Azodo, Adam Brown (second
row) Steve Week, Andy Sellers, Ari
Weichman, Ryan Dunn, Ruben Trevino,
Tim Leitelt, Steve Persic, Joe Skurka (third
row) Tomio Toyama, John Parr, Ike
Anyanwu, Matt Nykiel, Nick Ferrer, Pat
Keslin, Dan Watson, Ed Radkosky, Dan
Samardzic (fourth row) Coach Jerry
Cabrerra, Fernando Urzua, Chi Azodo,
Nick Hecimovich, Brad Hoge, A1 Song,
Mike Weichman, Brandon Fritzsche,
Derek Javorek, Marty Budilovsky, Dan
Schmid, Coach Marian Javorek (back row)
John McCullough, Andrew Byczko, Kurt
Terandy, Steve Johnson, Coach Mirko
Marie, Rich Miller, Dave Morris, Paul
Alisz, Eric Gill
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Fancy Footwork
Hoping to score a goal, Derek
Javorek, junior, watches his penalty
kick fly towards the net. Javorek
received the penalty kick after an
opponent tripped him in the box.
The boys won this game and 11 other
games through their skills and
dedication. "A lot of heart went in
the games," Javorek said.
Monkey Pile
Proud of this teammate Derek
Javorek, junior, for scoring the
winning goal of a 2-0 victory over
Portage, Kurt Terandy (14), senior,
piles on top of him and other
teammates. Team members
celebrated their 12 victories with
shouts of "Congratulations" and
"Good Game" on the field.
Cutting Corners
Looking to pass the ball, co-captain Steve Johnson,
senior, takes a corner kick. Breaks like corner
kicks, goal kicks and throw ins gave the team a
chance to regroup and plan their next strategy.
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Unique and united, girls
dash to fifth place finish at
Conference and Sectionals
Pacing themselves through an 8-11 record, the Girls'
Cross Country Team battled an injury-filled season. Dedication and
hard work led to team triumphs such as improving overall scores,
staying motivated and advancing to the Regional competition. Push-
ing themselves to the limit, the ten member team developed stronger
friendships during their three month season.
"Running six miles and sticking together just gave us a bond," co-
captain Mindy Hershberger, junior said. "We shared our pain with
each other, and we were all like best friends."
Running Through
Beginning early in the summer, the
team built endurance long before their
first meet. Sacrificing sleep for early
morning practices, the team ran up to
six miles a day. Once the season began
in August, the girls alternated their
practices from three miles, to runs with
hills, to tougher runs of five or six miles.
"In order to be a great runner you
needed to run continuously, not only
during the season," Hershberger said.
Inching past the competition, the girls
captured their first victory at the Griffith
meet. They edged Griffith by one point.
"If one of us had not gone for that last
girl at the finish line and pushed our-
selves to the limit it wouldn't have
happened," Hershberger said. "I think
we all learned for the first time how to
really work together as a team."
Neck and back pains, weak knees and
ankles, shin splints, and stress fractures
hindered the girls' performance at the
Lake 10 Conference Meet. Placing fifth
out of eight teams, the team trailed
Griffith by forty points heading into
Sectionals. Determined to make up for
that loss, the girls ran a successful race
and qualified for Regionals.
"We had a good season, met our
primary goal of qualifying for
Regionals, and had a lot of enthusiasm,"
Coach Rita Camire, elementary teacher,
said. "Mindy and Laura were good
leaders even though there were no
seniors. They kept the team united and
motivated. As a small group, we were
more apt to be closer."
Arriving late to Regionals, rushing
through stretches, and running up
against tougher competition
hampered the girls' performances.
Finishing last of ten teams,
the team failed to advance
to Semi-State, but remained
satisfied with their overall
seasonal achievements.
"We definitely im-
proved," Tess Given, junior,
said. "We were a young
team, but we knew what
our capabilities and raised
our expectations. We made
everyone take a second
look at Munster's Girls'
Cross Country Team."
Travelling trophy
Donning the Golden
Cape of Wonder, the proud
runner cools down and
reflects on the outstanding
race she completed. Past
team members passed
down the golden cape with
a red "M" sewn on the back.
A runner who ran her
Girls'
Cross Country
8-11
6-3 Conference
Gavit Invitational
11th
T.F. South Invitational
13th
Lowell Invitational
7th
Crown Point, Lake
Central, East Chicago
3rd
Crown Point/Hanover
Central, Hammond
Gavit
5th
Clark
2nd
Bishop Noll
2nd
Lowell/Calumet
2nd
Griffith
1st
Gavit
1st
Highland, Calumet,
Whiting
2nd
Highland Invitational
11th
personal best or one who
did not finish the race as a
result of injury or sickness
earned the right to wear the
cape following each meet.
"Whenever I wore the
Hammond High,
Morton
1st
Clark Invitational
6th
Lake 10 Conference
5th
cape, I knew I did totally
awesome," Hershberger
said. "I felt great, and
everybody knew I had
performed the best that I
could."
Sectionals
5th
Crown Point
Regional
10th
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Making A Mark
Passing the one mile mark of a two
and a half mile race through
Community Park, Amy Adoba,
freshman, breaks past her Morton
competition while Sarah Starewicz,
sophomore, keeps up the pace. The
underclassmen stepped up and kept
their footing with an 8-11 season.
Girls' Cross Country: (front row)
Coach Rita Camire (second row) Sara
Williamson, Cathy Kaminski, Amy
Adoba (third roio) Amanda Zagorski,
Mindy Hershberger, Eileen Norris,
Laura Murray (hack row) Janice Tsai,
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A Step Ahead
Legs pumping, Eileen Norris,
sophomore, passes her Bishop Noll
and Hammond Clark opponents
while Tess Given, junior, works to
keep her teammate in sight. "Our
coach motivated me to run because
she put in all the effort to be there
for us," Norris said. "She was like a
second mom to the team."
Ready and Waiting
Prior to the race's start. Coach Rita
Camire, elementary teacher, points
out the course through Community
Park and Bieker Woods to Morton
and Hammond High runners as the
teams wait to compete. Munster
defeated Hammond High and
Morton at the Oct. 1 meet with five
runners placing in the Top 10.
Head Start
To avoid injuries during the race,
varsity team members loosen up
before a meet. Despite total body
stretching before practices and
meets, the team still suffered many
medical setbacks. "Injuries played a
significant role in the outcome of
many of our races," co-captain Laura
Murray, junior, said.
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Going The Distance
Beads of sweat dripping down his
neck. Jay Szasz, junior, runs at the
Sept. 10 home meet against Bishop
Noll and Clark. "When 1 ran it was
important that I concentrated on not
slowing down on turns and making
sure I surged every mile or so,"
Szasz said. He placed second at this
race and at the season's end, he
earned Most Valuable Player.
Running Rebel
To stand out from the team, Dan
Blue, senior, runs the final lap of the
Oct. 1 home meet wearing sun-
glasses. A broken foot hindered Blue
from racing in a few meets, but he
placed 15th in this race against
Hammond High and Morton.
Sprinting To Finish
Entering the chute, Shaun Blue,
freshman, strides to complete the
race at the Oct. 1 home meet. Blue
captured second place against his
Hammond High and Morton
opponents. Recognized as the fastest
freshman on the team. Blue ran
Varsity and received the Outstand-
ing Freshman Award.
Packing Them In
Because of the mental support, the
team begins races in a pack to help
them pick up speed. Prior to the
meet, the boys completed a two mile
track workout giving them the edge to
finish first at home meets.
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Sprinting through a
winning season, boys beat
school record, finish year
with 15-2 season
Perceived as the fluorescent orange wearing, garbage truck-
driving guys who ran around town, the Boys' Cross Country Team
proved otherwise. Making school history and qualifying for their
fourth Semi-State, the team completed their season with a 15-2 record.
"From what I heard, I believed this was the best team that the
school ever had. We had a really good overall performance," captain
Gabe Porras, senior, said. "If the whole team had stayed healthy
throughout the entire season, we would have done better in the end."
Boys’
Cross Country
15-2
8-1 conference
Crown Point, Lake
Central, Hast Chicago
2nd
Gavit Invitational
2nd
Crown Point, Gavit,
Hanover 1st
TF South Invitational
5th
Bishop Noll 1st
Clark 1st
Lowell, Calumet 1st
Gavit 2nd
Griffith 1st
Lowell Invitational 1st
Highland 1st
Calumet 1st
Whiting 1st
Highland Invitational
3rd
Hammond High 1st
Morton 1st
Clark Invitational 4th
Conference Meet
2nd
Sectionals
3rd
Regionals
3rd
Semi-State
10th
Road Runners
Victorious team members
ran the fastest meet in school
history at the Lowell Invita-
tional. They also captured
first place with 45 points.
"We ran really well and it
paid off. This team remem-
bered the excitement of
beating the record at Lowell,"
Jay Szasz, junior, said.
Despite a three month
season of sprains and twists,
the team maintained gener-
ally low scores, leading them
to higher placings.
"We looked really good
on paper, but our season was
full of one point heart-
breaking losses," Brian
Johnson, junior, said. "We
lost to Gavit at the Griffith
meet. If we would have won,
we could have had a share of
Time Will Tell
With the seconds ticking away. Matt
Shike, senior, races to the finish as
Coach Aaron Brown, middle school
teacher, prepares to stop the watch. "I
beat my goal time for the race, along
with taking the seventh place of a
sweep," Shike said.
the conference championship."
Nevertheless, the team pushed
harder, sprinting through obstacles and
advancing to Semi-State for the fourth
year. The team finished tenth out of
twenty total participants.
"This year our competition level was
higher because we had a team full of
good runners. Most years in the past we
only had one or two," Szasz said.
Strong team qualities prominently
displayed themselves, contributing to
higher standings and lower scores.
Traditional Antics
Dining out after meets, having a cross
country spirit week, and decorating
their own garbage truck float for
Homecoming fueled the team.
"Being a garbage man let me show
my spirit in a different way," Jeremy
Piniak, senior, said.
After invitationals or Saturday meets,
the team ate at Munster Gyros to satisfy
their meet-induced hunger pains.
"Each time we went there, the owner
would ask how we did at the meet. It
was our way to unwind," Piniak said.
Making their mark in school history,
the Boys' Cross Country team paced
themselves through a successful season.
Boys' Cross Country; (front row) Ryan
Beemer, Phil Santner, Chris Hunt,
Shaun Blue, Dan Koschnitzkv (second
row) Paul Kennedy, Nick Palazzolo, Jay
Szasz, Brian Johnson, Atheir Abbas,
Matt Shike (back row) Coach Aaron
Brown, Gabe Porras, Nick Bauer, Cliff
Carter, Bob Yamtich, Derek Serna,
Jeremy Piniak, Dan Blue, Adam Shaum.
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Swinging By
In order to land her ball close to the
green, Jenna Riccio, junior, swings
with full force as Allison Porch,
senior, looks on. Riccio was called
the morning of Sectionals and told
she would play. "This gave me little
time to prepare," Riccio said.
Taking Aim
Adjusting for a perfect stance,
Allison Porch, senior, focuses on the
green. Porch had the lowest score in
a match for the team. "After our first
match, I told Coach Moell that I
would break 50 by the end of the
season, and at the last match against
Bishop Noll, 1 shot a 47," Porch said.
Loosening Up
With Sectionals a week away, Cara
Wierzbinski, junior, perfects her tee
shot. Wierzbinski practiced on her
own at driving ranges in order to
improve her game. Wierzbinski
earned the Most Valuable Player
award at season's end.
Tee Time
To improve her golf game, Samantha
Steinhauer, junior, practices her tee
shot. The team practiced Monday
through Thursday at the Briar Ridge
Country Club golf course from 3 to 5
p.m. in order to lower both indi-
vidual and team scores.
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Driving into Sectionals,
girls steadily putt their
way to improved
and rewarding 4-7 season
New coach, new team, new possibilities With only five
returning players and a brand new coach, the Girls' Golf Team didn't
know what to expect. Relying on newcomers to carry the team, the
girls' lack of experience proved evident in the team's first five
matches. However, the team gained an unbelievable amount of expe-
rience, according to Coach Steve Moell, mathematics teacher.
In The Trap
Girls’ Golf
4-7
Portage
223-199
Marquette
235-202
Kankakee Valley
Invite
478
Renssaeler Invite
452
Chesterton
238-234
Marquette Invite
458
Crown Point
200-187
Valparaiso
233-195
Merrillville
217-226
Andrean
211-183
Lake Central
230-186
Hanover Central
222-228
Lowell
222-267
LaPorte Invite
458
Bishop Noll
207-230
Sectionals
437
When practices began on July 29, the
team designated only one goal: break-
ing 220 strokes. They accomplished this
goal not only once, but five times
througout the season.
"We went out hoping to do
the best and work together as
a team," Samantha
Steinhauer, junior, said.
Apart from achieving their
main goal, the team struggled
with tough losses throughout
the season. Their overall 4-7
season record disappointed
many of the players. The
team finished eighth at
Sectionals while Cara
Wierzbinski, junior, missed
advancing to Regionals by
only one stroke.
"Going to Regionals on my
own never really crossed my
mind," Wierzbinski said. "I
thought about the entire team
going, not just myself."
"We knew we wouldn't get
very far because we had to
work so hard for the wins we
did achieve," Allison Porch,
senior, said. "But, we prac-
ticed very hard and had fun,
which made the season that
much more meaningful."
Beginning the season with a 0-5
record, the team went on to redeem
themselves. In four out of their last six
matches, the girls earned first place
honors with an injured member missing.
"I though we would do a lot worse
than what we did," Erin Egnatz, fresh-
man, said. "We started out pretty bad
but eventually improved."
Swinging Back
Despite the disappointments, the
team made the best of their season.
Whether using 20 rolls of toilet paper to
get psyched for Sectionals, competing
on who could drive the ball farther at
practice, tricking each other into hitting
exploding golf balls, or rubbing algae on
their shoes for good luck, the girls
encouraged each other on and off the
putting green or driving range.
The team remained close due to the
similar level of play exhibited by each of
the girls. The returning players as well
as the coach gave a lot of inspiration to
the beginners, according to Porch.
"Mr. Moell was more of an older
brother than a coach," Porch said. "He
joked around a lot and didn't take the
season as seriously as previous coaches.
He was just out there to have fun."
"We may not have been the best team
out there, but Mr. Moell sure made us
feel like we were," Steinhauer said.
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Girls' Golf Team: (front row) Jenna
Riccio, Cara Wierzbinski. Samantha
Steinhauer, Tara Lavalley, Allison
Schock (back row) Amy Wade, Allison
Porch, Gina Puntillo, Kristin
Kaegebein, Erin Egnatz, Coach Steve
Moell
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tretch
Pushing talents to limit,
boys earn four
consecutive Lake 10
Conference Titles
Swinging their way to Semi-State, the Boys' Tennis Team
worked together to serve up Sectional and Regional championships,
along with the Lake Ten Conference title.
"We continued our winning streak of titles to 16," Coach Ed
Musselman, mathematics teacher, said. "That meant a lot to the team.
We established ourselves as the top school in the area."
Winning traditions
With an unexpected victory early in
the season over 18th ranked Valparaiso,
the team earned state recognition
ranking 14th in the Indiana High School
Coaches Association poll.
"It was great to beat Valparaiso, and
show everyone we were the team to
beat in the region," Jimmy
Yannakopoulos, senior, said.
Going on to win the South Bend Clay
Invitational, the team advanced to
Sectionals where they shut-out Morton
and Bishop Noll with scores of 5-0 and
5-0. The Regional level proved another
task for the boys who defeated Griffith
and Crown Point 5-0 and 4-1 .
"Sectional and Regional matches
helped us mentally prepare for the
Semi-State and state tournament,"
Robby Rothschild, sophomore, said.
The season ending loss occurred in
South Bend as the team fell to South
Bend St. Joseph 2-3 at semi-state.
"We didn't have any tough matches
throughout the state tourney until Semi-
state. It was a shock to lose so abruptly,"
Vijay Krishnamoorthy, senior, said.
Although defeat came at the singles
position, the doubles teams of Kyu Park,
senior, and Sandy Rosen, junior, along
with Yannakopoulos and Justin Smith,
senior, remained victorious. The victory
sent the number one doubles team of
Park and Rosen, to the State Champion-
ships in Indianapolis.
Dynamic Duo
Boys’ Tennis
22-3
9-0 Conference
Number one doubles
team Rosen and Park earned
All-State honors remaining
undefeated throughout the
season. As a result they
represented the team at the
Indiana High School State
Doubles Tournament in
Indianapolis placing fourth
to West Laffeyete 7-5, 6-4.
"It was great to play in the
state tournament in India-
napolis. We were the second
team from Munster in two
years to play in the tourna-
ment . My brother played
there, and it meant a whole
lot to me to be able to play
there too," Park said.
Success at state rewarded
both the players' hard work.
"Going to state was the
ultimate payofff for our hard
work," Rosen said.
Hobart 5-0
Valparaiso 4-1
Brebeuf 0-5
Vincennes Lincoln 3-2
Gavit 5-0
South Bend Clay
Invitational
38-34
Lake Central 5-0
Andrean 5-0
Griffith 5-0
Morton 5-0
Highland 5-0
Laporte Invitational
Mishawaka Penn 2-3
Conference
Tournament
Morton 5-0
Griffith 5-0
Merrillville 5-0
Sectionals
Bishop Noll 5-0
Morton 5-0
Regionals
Griffith 5-0
Crown Point 4-1
Semi-State
St. Joe 2-3
Boys' Tennis: (front row) Dan
Anderson, Chris Bout, Kyle Maloney,
Adam Cohen, Zack Jones, Brad Lipton,
Joe Martino, Zal Bilimoria, William
Gray, Matt Ibarra, Mike Baniak, Brian
Lee (second row) Matt Weaver, Justin
Smith, David Miller, Anuj Grover, Pete
Ellison, Kyu Park, Jonathan Gordon,
Omar Sheriff, Justin Lotak, Dan
Chakraborty, (back row) Vijay
Krishnamoorthy, Ryan Bulan, Hill Son,
Jason Helbling, Andy Sterner, Greg
Zeck, Jimmy Yannakopoulos, Ben
Hoban, Dave Detterline, Jon Ionita,
Grant Holajter, Jonathan Ibarra, Robby
Rothschild, Adam Samara, Sandy
Rosen, Coach Ed Musselman
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Shakedown
Before his match, Robby Rothschild,
sophomore, shakes hands with his
Andrean opponent. Rothschild went
on to win the match 6-0, 6-0. Shaking
hands before the match demon-
strated good sportsmanship.
Courtly Kings
During afternoon practice, Kyu Park,
senior, returns a serve while Sandy
Rosen, junior, prepares to hit a forehand
volley. Park and Rosen placed fourth at
the state doubles tournament.
Footloose
With his eyes on the
ball bouncing at his
strings, Vijay
Krishnamoorthy,
senior, returns a
backhand to his
Valparaiso opponent.
Krishnamoorthy,
named First Team
Academic All State,
played the three
singles position.
Stretched Out
Warming up before a home match, co-
captain Andy Sterner, senior, practices
his serve. Sterner played the number one
singles position. He earned First Team
All Conference and named All State
Honorable Mention.
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Spot Check
Painful Goodbye
Looking to the field as his teammates
continue their battle with Hobart,
Curt Bend is (65), senior, takes a
break to rest his hurt ankle. Injured
players endured countless moments
of pain hoping to return to the field.
Standing Tall
Concenrating on her back hand-
spring, Kelly Rothschild, senior,
practices her tumbling on a trampo-
line at T-N-T Twisters in Highland.
Cheerleaders supplemented their
skills with added gymnastics classes.
Supporting the team with his decorated
head. Matt Beck, junior, checks the
heat sheet at Sectonals. Athletes shaved
their heads and dyed their hair various
colors to help motivate team members
during state tournaments.
All Wrapped Up
To add support while he plays
basketball, Steven Ciric, freshman,
gets his ankle wrapped by Mr. John
Doherty, athletic trainer. Athletes
relied on the trainer's skills to aid the
healing of injuries or to prevent
injuries in athletic competition. Hurt
players spent many hours in the
training room in trainer's hands.
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Times arose when spirit and
strength ran a little low, and relying
on fun proved to be just not enough.
Dedicated athletes often took their
ideas for sports to higher levels.
Students who had physical aches
and pains knew the routine all too
well. With the help of Mr. John
Doherty, physical trainer, athletes
received treatment for their injuries
or just protected themselves against
possible physical problems.
"I went to the trainer every day
after school for my ankle problem,"
Sam Boomsma, junior, said. "Hope-
fully with all the extra care, it healed
before the season began."
Athletes put in extra hours outside
the usual team practice and worked
during the off season to keep their
abilities up to par. This extra practice
time allowed them to sharpen skills.
"You can't just put your racket
down in the winter and pick it up in
the spring and expect to be good,"
Annie Knish, junior, said.
Not only did athletes put forth an
extra effort for their sports dedica-
tion, but they also showed radical
team spirit. Team unity, sometimes
taking the form of rainbow colored
hair or shaved heads, filled practices
and gave support a different meaning.
Coaches offered their teams incentives.
With
added
dedication
to their
sports,
athletes
endure
aches and
pain while
driving on
at all costs
and
playing
in team
events
separating
the
spirited
from the
ordinary
For reaching victories, the coach
would do something strange to go
along with team spirit.
"1 told the girls if they won
sectionals, then I would shave an 'M'
in my head," Mr. Chuck Shallhorn,
social studies teacher, said. "And if
we won Regionals,then Mr.
Wroblewski would shave his head."
Hair styles weren't the only thing
altered for sport interests. Tanning
provided what might give advan-
tages to divers and other athletes.
"1 went tanning because it helped
your appearance in the judges' eyes,"
Rosalie Kime, senior, said. "They
were more likely to score you higher
when you were tanner."
Other sports required more physi-
cal activity to prepare for competi-
tions. Wrestlers were a common sight
jogging up and down the bleacher
stairs in the pool, just to maintain their
weight for weight classes.
"You've got to stay at that level,"
Josh Brubaker, junior, said. "It's an
individual thing everyone had to do."
Cheerleaders, spotted at gymnas-
tics classes, worked hours on skills.
Going to extremes for sports hadn't
proven to be a problem for teams.
Doing whatever it took prevailed as
part of the games, and students excelled at
going the extra mile for the sake of team spirit.
Bearable
Extreme Meter
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7 Excruciating
Swimmers dye Divers tan daily to
Athletes play
Cross Country
Wrestlers fast for
hair six different gain appearance
through pain
members run in
a day in order to
colors during
points for diving
visiting Head
20 degree
lose weight to
Sectionals
competition
Trainer John
weather to com-
enter into lower
•
Doherty for relief
pete at Semi-state
weight classes
Tongue Tied
Legs flexing and tongue out, Jaci
Palos, sophomore, works on the leg
extension machine during softball
training after school. Moments of
laughter were needed in order to
help students get through long hours
of working out for sports seasons.
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Up In Arms
In an attempt to stop her Highland
opponent, Kelly Hendry (15),
senior, lays on defensive pressure
while Michelle Speziale, junior,
reaches for a steal. With five
different defensive and offensive
plays, the team's versatility allowed
the players to perform a variety of
strategies to surprise opponents.
Hoop Dreams
With eyes on the basket, Dana Bull
(21), senior, surveys her options as
her Highland opponent approaches.
Tearing her anterior knee cruciate
ligament twice during her junior
year. Bull overcame difficult
obstacles as she gained the First
Team All Conference award.
Varsity Girls' Basketball Team: (front
row) Stacey Smith, Sarah Rasch, Dana
Bull, Kelly Hendry, Lauren Jillson,
Susan Hay (back row) Coach Laurie
Hamilton, Samantha Steinhauer,
Michelle Speziale, Tracey Kirsch,
Stephanie Sfura, Stephanie Gill
Pep Talk
During a time-out, players listen to
Coach Hamilton's instructions to
improve the game plan. Time-outs
allowed players a short break and
let coaches address game aspects.
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On The
Dribbling past obstacles, the girls surpass the competition
as they reach toward a 14-6 overall season record
With their sights set high, the team landed just short of a Lake 10
Conference championship. They concluded with an 8-1 conference
record after a nine-point loss to rival Highland. Wrapping up their
season in round two of Sectionals, they faced another loss to High-
land by a three-point margin. However, the season shined with
improvement as the team battled their way to a 14-6 record.
Exceeding Expectations
Girls' Varsity
Basketball
14-6
8-1 Conference
Hammond 81-33
Crown Point 31-58
Bishop Noll 74-39
Kankakee Valley
52-58
Lowell 65-44
Morton 64-47
Whiting 60-29
Hanover Central
72-41
Clark 86-28
East Chicago Central
58-36
Calumet 74-33
Portage 64-44
Lake Central 44-59
Griffith 64-45
Hobart 43-50
Highland 54-63
Merrillville 48-46
Gavit 65-53
Sectionals
Calumet 85-34
Highland 50-53
Striving to evade obstacles faced in the
past, players and coaches stressed team
and individual improvement. Initiating
the season on a high note with a 6-1
record, the players' rewarding achieve-
ments and successes boosted team moral
and overall team spirit.
"We worked better as a team this
year," Michelle Speziale, junior, said.
"Our offense was more aggressive, and
we shot down the other teams because
we had a greater desire to win. We all
worked extremely hard in
the off-season by playing on
Amatuer Athletic Union
(AAU) teams and just prac-
ticing on our own."
The experience gained
from the seven returning
varsity players brought
depth, power and stability
to the team as well. Accus-
tomed to the varsity circum-
stances, these players
strengthened the team with
their knowledge of the game
and their ability to perform
in hurried, pressured situa-
tions in practices and tour-
naments all season long.
"We had two highly tal-
ented post players, Dana
Bull and Kelly Hendry who
returned this year," Coach
Laurie Hamilton, Wilbur
Wright physical education
teacher, said. "Dana and Kelly really
helped the team out in the inside. We also
had our leading scorer Lauren Jillson
back in addition to the other two."
The team introduced a new face into
the scenario as Susan Hay, freshman,
stepped up to the varsity level. Averag-
ing 8.9 points a game. Hay functioned as
an important asset to the team and lent
an unexpected helping hand.
"Susan received a lot of playing time
this year for a freshman," Coach
Hamilton said. "Stepping up to a new
level as a freshman, she had an excellent
season. As she became more accustomed
with the game at this level her confi-
dence level grew and she really helped
the team out alot this season."
As the team grappled their way
throughout the season, they set their
sights upon the long-anticipated con-
frontation with rival team Highland in
the Lake 10 Conference title match Jan.
23. However, as the team suffered a 63-
54 loss to Highland, the rivalry thickened
to a greater intensity.
"It was my first time experiencing the
Highland rivalry," Hay said. "Before the
start of the game, 1 didn't understand
why we hated each other so much. But
after the game was over, it all became
clear. I was really upset that we lost that
night. I just had this feeling inside me,
and I finally understood the terrible ha-
tred between the two towns."
The entire season, however, ended on
the same high note with which it began.
At season's end, the team accomplished
their goal of total team improvement and
demonstrated their desire, determination
and ability to perform throughout their
winning 14-6 season.
Girls' Basketball-1 17 1
Outward Look
Guarded by her opponent, Lauren
Jillson (24), junior, stretches for a
pass as she finds herself in a
pressure situation. Jillson received
the First Team All Conference title
Fast Break
Making a fast break toward the
basket, Kelly Hendry (15), senior,
strives to escape the pressure placed
on her by her Highland opponent.
A third year letter winner and one
of the only two seniors on the team,
Hendry added valuable experience
to the inside post position.
Jump Shot
Loosely guarded by her opponent,
Stephanie Sfura (22), junior, sneaks
in a quick jump shot towards the
basket. Sfura first took interest in
basketball in fourth grade while
playing on the Munster Recreation
League with friends. She also
played in the more competitive
Chesterton American Athletic
Union (AAU) Team in the summer.
Freshman Girls' Basketball Team:
( front row) lamie Savage, Meaghen
Lober, Becky Maynard, Lauren Bull
(back row) Angie Keslin, Chrissy
Bovara, Liz Spolnik, Coach Mike Coil,
Rachel Merkell, Michelle Christiansen,
Maggie Nolan
On Bended Knees
To obtain possession of a loose ball,
Susan Hay, freshman, struggles to
grab the ball out of her Highland
opponent's hands. According to
Hay, she experienced much
apprehension at the start of the
season as she jumped up to the
varsity level, but she loosened up as
the season progressed.
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Junior Varsity
18-0
9-0 Conference
Hammond High 56-5
Crown Point 36-19
Bishop Noll 36-18
Kankakee Valley
52-20
Lowell 48-24
Morton 43-25
Clark 60-15
Hanover Central
48-25
Whiting 36-15
East Chicago Central
62-10
Calumet 54-8
Portage 47-28
Lake Central 43-38
Griffith 46-8
Hobart 54-3
Highland 61-19
Merrillville 31-26
Gavit 60-11
Freshmen
14-1
8-0 Conference
Hobart 28-15
Bishop Noll 36-25
Lowell 25-20
Griffith 15-13
Merrillville 35-23
Morton 28-17
Crown Point 31-20
Lake Central 20-21
Portage 31-25
Morton 31-13
Highland 31-27
Griffith 46-20
Lake Central 41-21
Highland 24-23
Valparaiso 35-27
Ball
On The
Close Company
In the midst of intense
practices and fierce competi-
tions, the players discovered
team unity as one of the
secrets behind their success.
From locker room decora-
tions and team pep talks to
secret pal gifts and holiday
parties, the players encoun-
tered opportunities to relieve
pressure and enhance spirit
together while having fun.
"I've never been on a
team that's been so close and
open with each other," Sam
Steinhauer, junior, said. "At
the start of the season we
were all uptight with each
other. But, we became
friends not only on the court,
but off the court as well."
Establishing a tradition
while trying to reduce stress,
the players gathered at their
teammate's houses before
every Saturday game and
shared a meal together in
preparation before their
games or tournaments.
"Before the Highland
game," Hendry said, "we all
went my house to eat lunch
together. We also had a hair-
braiding party as we tried to
relax for the game,"
As the season rolled on,
the team shared many
memorable experiences.
While occasionally evoking
embarrassment, these
unanticipated occurrences
produced fond memories
and relief from the stressful
atmosphere often produced
in the midst of season
stresses and competition.
"At one of the home
games, Michelle (Speziale)
forgot to put her game
shorts on under her warm-
up pants," Lauren Jillson,
junior, said, "When she
began to unsnap her warm-
up pants off, she noticed that
she had no shorts on. She
made up an excuse that she
had to go to the bathroom so
the coach would let her back
into the locker room."
Through memorable
experiences and team
traditions, the players
expanded team unity and
established a strong founda-
tion upon which they built a
successful season.
Girls' Junior Varsity Basketball:
(front row) Amanda Salinas, Jina
Gauthier, Margaret Schaum, Stacey
Smith, Susan Hay, Kiley Wallace (back
row) Coach Camii Thorton, Amy
Glowacki, Michelle Dicostanzo, Ann
Spolnik, Stephanie Gill, Amy 1’ykosz
Moving Up new competition level by playing in
In a successful jump shot, Stephanie her first varsity game as a freshman
Gill (33), freshman, experiences a during the varsity O' Rama.
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Inches
After a long season of double headers and close games,
boys face tough games and intense final minutes
Only one week after trudging off the football field with a
Sectional title in hand, four exausted, worn key players
slipped off their football pads ready to pursue their next
athletic journey, basketball season.
Varsity Boys'
Basketball
9-12
4-5 Conference
Think Fast
The transition from football to
basketball proved not only quick but
offered no time span for the players to
prepare themselves mentally and
physically. With a four-month long
season ahead of them, training and
cooperation proved essential.
"At the beginning of the season, our
team was still playing football, so we
didn't have the chance to really practice
together as a team for the first game.
This caused us to play as individuals,
not a team, but Coach K. got us to play
as a team," Co-captain Rich Miller,
senior, said.
"For the past two years, we had
problems because the majority of
players that we counted on were
football players who used different
muscles and thinking processes during
their season," Coach Dave Knish,
special education teacher, said.
In the inaugural part of the season,
the team had strong leads in the first
half of the game but seemed to play in a
laxed mode during the second half.
"The biggest problem that our team
had at the beginning of the sesason was
not being able to hold onto our lead. We
would play really well for the first two
to three quarters, but then we would
lose our lead and lose the game," Brian
Christiansen, senior, said.
Varsity Boys' Basketball: (front row)
Manager Albert Song, George Kouros,
Kyle Dempsey, Tom Richey, Manager
Alan Horn (second row) Asst. Coach
Greg Schwartz, Head Coach Dave
Knish, Jason Wallace, John Folta, Rich
Miller, Brian Wolotka, Asst. Coach Ross
Haller, Manager Brian Creiger (back
row) Shanti Garcia, Brian Christiansen,
Scott Creapeau, Tony Porcaro
Close Call
Despite a season-ending
9-12 record, the Boys' Varsity
Basketball Team faced some
tough competition and held
their own against
Merrillville, ranked seventh
in the state.
"Even though it was an
upset, it was good to know
that we competed on that
level. We were only one
point behind with 30
seconds left in the game,"
Coach Knish said.
The team provided their
share of excitement with
close games and a new
record set for field goals.
"The Crown Point game
was the most exciting. They
were up by 14 or 15 and
Dempsey shot a three in the
last second of the game, and
we won," Co-captain Scott
Crepeau, senior, said.
Although the team lacked
confidence in defensive play,
they exceeded their expecta-
tions with offensive skills.
"We had great inside post
players which helped us
keep up with other teams,"
Kyle Dempsey, senior, said.
Clark 65-51
Horace Mann 73-54
Highland 58-72
Hammond 76-87
Crown Point 74-87
Griffith 67-82
Bishop Noll 55-58
Lake Central 54-73
Gavit 72-60
Crown Point 70-76
Calumet 70-76
Lowell 61-43
Morton 82-70
Chesterton 72-49
Whiting 89-41
Merrillville 63-68
Griffith 74-93
Wheeler 88-74
Portage 70-78
Hobart 68-73
Sectionals
Lake Central 38-45
Junior Varsity
16-4
8-1 Conference
Clark 46-37
Horace Mann 41-37
Highland 45-39
Hammond High 47-40
Crown Point 26-52
Griffith 40-30
Bishop Noll 31-41
Lake Central 48-43
Gavit 33-29
Crown Point 26-48
Calumet 55-32
Lowell 44-39
Morton 40-38
Chesterton 28-23
Whiting 55-25
Merrillville 46-43
Griffith 47-36
Wheeler 48-37
Portage 31-40
Hobart 47-39
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Pep Talk
In order to pump themselves up
before the start of the game. Varsity
team members gather in a huddle to
get a pep talk from their Co-captain
Rich Miller, senior, and discuss team
strategies. Despite a season-ending
9-12 record, the team remained close
contenders with their opponents,
losing six games by a close margin
of five to seven points.
Above the Rim
With all eyes on the ball, Co-captain
Rich Miller (54), senior, out jumps
his opponents while they await the
return of the ball to the ground.
Miller used his dominating size and
power to out muscle his opponents
throughout the season.
Fake out
Evading his Whiting opponent,
Shanti Garcia (10), senior, dribbles
down the court. Excelling in the
offensive area, the team set a new
record tor field goal percentage.
Order on the Court
Instructing his players at the
Sectional game against Lake Central,
Coach Dave Knish anticipates the
next play. In heated game situations,
calls from the expert advice of the
coach on the sidelines helped ease
doubt and jitters on the court.
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Aiming high
Reaching for a layup, George Kouros
(24), junior, shoots the ball as his
Hobart opponents block the shot. As
the lead scorer, Kouros aided his
teammates in constitency in scoring.
Junior Varsity Basketball (front row)
Dave Detterline, Joe Christiansen,
Mike Nierengarten, Mike Jaksich, Mark
Shearman (back row) Asst. Coach Greg
Schwartz, Peter Dennis, Todd Avery,
Ryan Dean, John Harris, Jason Rosko,
Coach Jim Davidson
Freshman Basketball (front row) Aaron Barnes, Dave
Luptak, Chris Palma, John Premetz, Ryan Beemer,
Steve Week, Dan Diombola, Jim Nuzzo (second row)
Aaron Jillson, Asst. Coach Greg Schwartz, Adam
Rizzario, Ryan Bulan, Steve Ciric, Brian Jablonski,
John Richey, Coach Lindsay Simmons, Josh
Bochnowski (bock row) Basaam Muhammad, Milosh
Stojanovic, Steve Pesich
Shout it out
At the Sectional game at Calumet,
Brian Christiansen (22), senior, yells
an offensive play to his fellow
teammates. Players in the guard
position had the responsibility to to
make sure each team member on the
court knew the plan of attack.
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Inches Away
Freshman Basketball
A
19-3
9-0 Confernece
Merrillville 38-49
Bishop Noll 46-33
Clark 54-15
Highland 51-39
Lowell 70-58
Crown Point 71-38
Hammond High 61-41
Hobart 44-33
Merrillville 38-46
Hobart 60-50
Portage 50-40
Gavit 69-46
Calumet 60-48
Lake Central 58-42
Andrean 58-31
Morton 46-22
Valparaiso 39-54
East Chicago 72-51
Whiting 46-32
Lake Cenral 60-47
Highland 51-48
Griffith 53-38
B
11-3
6-0 Conference
Merrillville 41-35
Clark 66-24
Highland 70-40
Lowell 48-35
Crown Point 59-42
Hobart 51-33
Portage 46-55
Gavit 55-39
Calumet 32-15
Lake Central 25-38
Morton 20-18
Valparaiso 49-59
East Chicago 36-17
Griffith 37-30
Along with the team's
seasonal accomplishments
came outstanding individual
players. As a third year
varsity player, George
Kouros, junior, led the team
in steals and the Lake Ten in
scoring with an average of
18.6 points a game.
"I was on varsity since my
freshman year, so I didn't get
as nervous for the big games
because I knew what to
expect," Kouros said. "I've
played ball since I was a little
guy, and basketball was
always my favorite sport."
As the season came to a
close in the second round of
the Sectional tournament at
Calumet, the team fell to
Lake Central, 38-45.
"The Sectional game was
really exciting because we
actually had fans. Even
though we lost, it really
boosted our confidence to
Defending the territory
Concentrating on where the ball
would go next Co-captain Scott
Crepeau (20), senior, guards his
Calumet opponent. Although the
team fell to Calumet, the game kept
spectators on the edge of their seats.
have some support," John
Folta, senior, said.
While screaming fans,
never heard during the initial
part of the season, cheered
and chanted in hopes of
bringing home a victory, the
team fought hard holding the
Indians to a close game.
Courtly Companions
After spending hours with
each other as a team, the
players formed off the court
relationships. Traditions
popped up and remained as
a part of team morale.
"We always went to
church the Sunday before our
first Sectional game and ate
at Briar Ridge. The night of
Turnabout, I only got an hour
of sleep, so for the next day, I
put my shirt and tie on from
the night before," Miller said.
As the final buzzer rang at
the Sectional game, six
seniors looked up at the
scoreboard one last time.
Recollections of exciting
games remained etched in
their memories.
Jump Shot
Jumping up, Kyle Dempsey (44),
senior, positions himself in the air for
a shot to the hoop. Dempsey led the
team in field goal percentage.
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Take down
Whether by pin, points or disqualification, the team
exceeds their expectations posting a 10-4 record
Leadership, experience and determination led the
wrestling team to a record-setting season where they placed fourth
in the Lake 10 Conference meet and sent two seniors to state compe-
tition in Indianapolis. "A lot of kids were very experienced. They
wrestled in our freestyle club and were very hard workers," Coach
Jim Colias, middle school teacher, said.
Senior Unity
Relying on senior leadership to
guide the team throughout the season,
players and coaches shared a special
bond with the upperclassmen.
"I don't ever remember the seniors
so close. Everyone respected us and
the younger kids listened to our
advice," Todd Compton, senior, said.
The team ended the season with a
10-2 record placing 4th in the Confer-
ence. Sending 14 wrestlers to
Sectionals and then advancing 10 to
Regionals, individual accomplish-
ments led the team to success. Cliff
Carter, senior, and Co-captains Todd
Compton and Kevin Hunt, seniors,
wrestled their way to Semi-state
where Compton and Hunt advanced
to the state level. Compton placed
sixth while Hunt was defeated in the
first round of the state tournament.
All in the Family
As a freshman Compton traveled to
Semi-state to watch his brother C.J.
Compton ('94) wrestle in the Semi-state
tournament. Four years later Chris
Hunt, freshman, traveled that same
road to see his brother Kevin Hunt,
senior, wrestle at the Semi-state tourna-
ment qualifying for State.
"Having an older brother who
wrestled was great. It helped me set my
goals and ambitions just like it helped
Todd realize his," Chris Hunt, fresh-
man, said. "There were also a few
negative things about having a brother
on the team. The wrestlers really liked
to pick on me."
Practice Pays
i
The team worked toward
physical fitness at the end of
the season, according to
Compton. Practicing two
hours every night by either
jumping rope, running a
quick mile or participating
in live man-to-man drills
made up the boys' standard
training schedule.
"We had one of the
toughest practice routines in
the area," Derek Mercer,
junior, said. "Our good
record was what we had to
show for all our effort and
hard work."
Wrestling
10-4
7-2 Conference
Morton 52-18
Lake Central Harvest
Classic 12th
Gavit 40-34
Whiting 66-3
Merrillville
Invitational S»th
Bishop Noll 56-24
Clark 54-18
Lowell Super Dual
4-1
Lake Central 29-37
Griffith 39-34
Calumet 24-36
Highland 33-40
Hammond 60-14
Lake 10
Chapionship
3rd
Wrestling: (front row) Joe Born, Shaun
Blue, Erik Mendoza, Marc Stojkovich,
Jim Brown, Jack Dillon, Chip Harwood,
Andy Saliga (second row) Ralph
Schwandt, Brian Washausen, Josh
Brubaker, Derek Mercer, Dan
Zimmerman, Kevin Hunt, Chi Azodo,
Athier Abbas, Don Koschnitzky, Jason
Korczak (third Row) Coach Brian Clark,
Coach Kent Lewis, Matt Debard, Jim
Bohling, Josh Sudbury, Dave Wendell,
Chris Hunt, Mike Morgan, Joe Skurka,
Mike Nishimura, Jared Hamilton, Jim
Franklin, Steve Kuchar, Coach Jim Colias
(back row) Mike Hyland, Vaughn
Tsoutsouris, Cliff Carter, Nate Berg,
Todd Compton, Raul Salinas, Joe
Saltanovitz, Jim Ambercrombie, Bob
Yamtich, Peter Dennis
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Crunch Time
During a varsity match in the 140
pound weight class, Vaughn
Tsoutsouris, junior, "rips a ham-
merlock" against his Hammond
High opponent. Working together,
the team won the match 60-14.
Holding His Own
Planning an escape and a win from
his Gavit opponent, Dan Zimmer-
man, senior, forces his body out
from the control of his opponent.
As a senior, Zimmerman proved a
major asset to the team
Sweet Victory
Declaring victory after his Calumet
match. Cliff Carter, senior, victori-
ously lifts his hand in the air. "It's a
great feeling of satisfaction to stand
there a winner," Carter said.
Head to Head
Receiving a hard blow from his
Gavit opponent. Josh Brubaker,
junior, takes control of the match.
Brubaker and the team won the
Lake 10 Conference Match 40-34.
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Up for
Propelling themselves through the water and beyond ex-
pectations, the girls wrap up the season with a 12-2 record
Advancing six swimmers who placed at State, coming only 13
points short of beating Valparaiso, and adjusting to a changed
coaching staff contributed to the season successes of the Girls' Swim
Team who conquered their season with a 9-0 conference record.
Against the Tide
Practice after practice, lap after lap,
second after second, the team sacrificed
their free time for one common goal: to
beat their own personal records.
Staying focused throughout the
duration of each lap, the team never
gave up on winning their Sectional for
the first time in seven years. While
sticking to goals of conquering previ-
ous records, swimmers relied on their
minds to keep their bodies in line.
"For swimming, we stayed patient
and kept creative in keeping ourselves
occupied without going crazy," Tracy
Wilhite, junior, said. "All we did was
just stare at the bottom of the pool for
two hours and we couldn't talk to
anyone. It got kind of boring."
"A lot of their motivation came from
themselves," Coach Trisha Zelin,
Valparaiso resident, said. "My biggest
goal was to get them to be more
positive, to make them have more faith
and confidence in themselves and to
have them enjoy what they did."
Exerting constant energy throughout
the whole season, swimmers saw the
results of their effort, either by placing
at State or by beating a personal goal.
"The whole goal for my season was
breaking the six minute mark for the
500 freestyle," Co-captain Denise
Trelinski, senior, said. "At Sectionals,
after I finished, my friends ran up to
me and I didn't even have to look up. I
just knew I had broken my record."
The Great State
With six swimmers making an
appearence at the Natatorium in India-
napolis, the Lady Seahorses paced their
way to a ninth place at State, the first
state placement since the 1970s.
"We were warming down in the
pool, after the 200 medley relay, and
someone pointed up at the scoreboard
showing we were ninth place," Janna
Pasztor, junior, said. "We all started
screaming in the middle of the pool."
Extensive performances at State
included Wilhite, finishing ninth in the
100 freestyle and twelfth in the 200 free;
and Pasztor placing fourteenth in the
50 free. The 200 free relay team, consist-
ing of Wilhite, Pasztor, Dana Pelc,
junior, and Evelyn Dooley, senior,
placed third in State over Valparaiso
while the 400 free relay team, made up
of Wilhite, Pasztor, Dooley, and Carrie
Schultz, junior, finished eighth.
In addition, while being the lone
diver among swimmers, Rosalie Kime,
senior, dove her way to a
ninth place rank at State.
She also earned six points
out of thirteen in dual
competitions keeping the
team alive at meets.
Without her, the Lady
Seahorses handed over
automatic thirteen points to
other teams, according to
Coach Zelin. For Kime,
however, points remained
furthest from Kime's mind.
"Diving was a challenge
for myself, a competition
against myself," Kime said.
"I really didn't think about
points. I just thought about
getting my best score."
With the motivation from
themselves and their new
coach, the Lady Seahorses
completed their season
together setting new
standards and breaking
long-standing team and
individual records.
Girls' Swimming
12-2
9-0 Conference
LaPorte 120-63
Highland 110-76
Lowell 113-70
Michigan City 107-76
Griffith 123-57
Valparaiso 86-99
Elkhart Central 105-78
Portage 115-70
Lakie Central 87-98
Highland Invitational
3rd
Crown Point 92-91
Lake 10 Conference
1st
Gavit 64-38
Hammond High 83-15
Merrillville 118-62
Chesterton 106-79
Frosh/Soph Confer-
ence 2nd
Sectionals
1st
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Water Rush
Attacking the water ahead, Tracy
Wilhite, junior, sprints in the 200
freestyle at a home meet. Excelling
in both the 100 freestyle and 200
freestyle at State earned Wilhite The
Times "Athlete of the Week" award
for the week of Feb. 20.
Close Comfort
As Tracy Wilhite, junior, congratu-
lates her teammate after winning
the 100 breaststroke, Janna Pasztor,
junior, smiles with pride. At the
home meet against Lake Central on
Jan. 7, Pasztor broke the team record
in this event with a time of 1 :09.85.
Deep Breath
Head popping out of the water,
Jamie Stennis, sophomore, gasps for
air as she swims the breaststroke.
During practices and meets,
swimmers concentrated on stroke
and kick motions from the starting
block to the finishing lap.
Up and Away
Upside-down, Rosalie Kime, senior,
performs a back twister, a back flip
with a one and a half twist free, in a
diving competition. Judges scored
divers on elements such as height,
entry, form and mechanics.
Girls' Swimming: (front row) Danella Jaksich, Erin DeVries, Jenny
Lounsberry, Sheila Rane, Natalie Bieda, Dana Talbot (second row)
Sara Williamson, Amanda Greenya, Laura Anderson, Natalie
Banas, Shilpa Rane, Bonnie Ahlf, Mindy Hershberger ( third row)
Denise Trelinski, Evelyn Dooley, Katie ’Wood rick, Rosalie Kime,
Coach Trisha Zelin (hack row) Jamie Stennis, Tracy Wilhite. Dana
Pelc, Janna Pasztor, Carrie Schultz, Megan Greenya
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Over the
Boys stretch limits and shave down for State competition as
they pump up for a record-setting season
Ascending to the first place pedestal to receive their medals at the
Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) Natato-
rium, the 200 freestyle relay State Champions flung their arms up in
victory, a victory that led them to a third place finish at State.
Different Strokes
Whether they practiced at the high
school or dreaded the middle school, the
Boys' Swim Team adapted to changes.
Initiating a new Indiana High School
Athletic Association (IHSAA) rule, the
boys experienced their first season
combined with the Lady Seahorses.
"Traveling to the middle school every
other week and fighting over who got
the pool in the morning really stunk, but
we knew that was what we had to do,
so we stuck it out and didn't let it bother
us too much," Captain John Wojcik,
senior, said. "Swimming with the girls
made the two teams closer creating
friendly rivalries between both teams."
Even though a few arguments
occurred over whose music to listen to,
what lanes to warm up in and which
cheers to yell, each team compromised
by cheering each other on at meets.
"The change brought more team
unity between the boys and girls,"
Coach Gary Davis, physical education
teacher, said. "We became one team."
Record Breaking
While most students slept in and
went out with their friends, the swim-
mers sacrificed their winter vacation for
many hours of practice. The boys
stepped up their workouts averaging
15-16,000 yards a day. Not only did they
visit the otherwise empty school once in
the morning, but they even returned for
a second practice later in the afternoon.
"Most people had a Christmas break
that was a time to relax, but for us it was
the hardest part of our season, not only
because of how much yardage we did
but also having to give up plans with
our friends," Jason Grow, junior, said.
Strict training provided the team
with the essentials needed to put
themselves over the top. The Seahorses
broke records at almost every area
school throughout the season. Setting
six records alone at the Lake 10 Confer-
ence meet, the team overpowered close
rival, Highland 364-331.
"Breaking six records at Conference
gave us the incentive to work harder,
and it showed what the Munster
Seahorses were really all about," Jeff
Lee, sophomore, said.
The Seahorses headed into Sectionals
with a submarine sandwich party,
where they assisted Coach Davis in
deciding the events they would swim.
The swimmers' decisions on the
events they swam proved effective
leading the Seahorses to their 12th
straight Sectional title. They captured six
first places, and advanced five people to
State in six individual events and two
relays. The boys looked past Sectionals
preparing to place high at the State
Finals in Indianapolis.
Make a STATEment
The Seahorses glided to
third place at State with 135
points. Their most dominat-
ing race, the 200 freestyle
relay, named Jeff Lee, sopho-
more, and juniors Matt Beck,
Franz Kerekes and Matt Lee,
State Champions. The same
four ended the meet with a
third place in the 400
freestyle relay.
With hairstyles ranging
from rainbow-colored swirls
to shaven heads, the Sea-
horses exceeded expectations.
Their efforts were awarded
not only with trophies, but
with the fulfillment of seeing
coaches with bald, shaven
heads just like their own.
A Stroke Ahead
Gasping for air, Jeff Lee, sophomore,
swims the butterfly in the 200
Individual Medley.
Boys’ Swimming
11-3
1st in Conference
Michigan City 132-42
Valparaiso 95-90
Lake Central 80-106
Griffith 83-93
Crown Point 116-69
Gavit 113-73
Merrillville 127-58
Calumet 61-37
Gary Roosevelt 71-27
Chesterton 94-92
Laporte 117-69
Highland 100-83
Invitationals
Munster Relay
Invitational
2nd
Peoria Midwest
Invitational
2nd
Highland Invitational
1st
Sectionals
1st
State
3rd
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Give It Up
With the Sectional Championship trophy in his
hands. Captain John Wojcik, senior, celebrates
with his teammates. The Seahorses won Sectionals
and went on to place third at the State Finals.
Jump Start
While Franz Kerekes, junior, finishes his laps. Matt
Beck, junior, anticipates his start as Matt Lee,
junior, and Jeff Lee, sophomore, await their turn to
swim. Their 200-freestyle relay set a school record
and placed first at State. The same relay team
placed third at State in the 400-freestyle reiay.
Water Bound
During warm-ups before diving,
Adam Rogers, junior, practices a
back one and a half. Rogers placed
second at Sectionals as the only
Munster diver and then advanced to
Regionals at LaPorte where he
finished in twelfth place.
Boys' Swimming: (front row) Haig
Huynh, Jason Heeling. Matt Ibarra, Terry
Specynl, Dan Aldulescu, (enna Ricio
(second row) Todd Watson, Greg Bugyis,
John Parr, Jeremy Kudlo, jeff Lee, Dan
Maurer, Ryan Pociask, Matt Laudermilk,
Diving Coach Chuck Chelich (third row)
Rich Maurer. Nick Palazzolo, Peter
Melcher, Jason Grow, Adam Schaum,
Adam Rogers, Head Coach Gary Davis,
Asst. Coacn Steve Moell (back row) John
Wojcik, Jim Nelson, Matt Lee, Franz
Kerekes, Matt Beck.
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With high expectations and first-rate
results, players establish prestigious
images with their success
tretching limits
Ranked number one in the Region during the pre-season, the Base-
ball Team initiated their season with optimism and anticipation.
With six varsity players already familiar with the field, the team
quickly lived up to early expectations as they defeated highly re-
garded Lake Central 7-2 in their opener. After two devastating losses
to rival Highland, the team came back to beat them 7-6 in extra
innings at Sectionals, to earn a Regionals trip to face Andrean.
Sights Set High
Ready and waiting, the Baseball
Team bravely plunged into the season
with its momentum set at full blast. An
optimistic mood encompassed the air
as pre-season activities and predictions
fostered promising outlooks.
"We were thought of as one of the
greatest teams in the state," Scott
Shinkan, junior, said. "It was great to
know that we were the talk of the area
and we were known as the team to
beat. This was the most talent I'd ever
seen on a high school baseball team."
While solely upperclassmen occu-
pied every position on the team, it
established a strong foundation upon
which to build throughout the season.
The team didn't function as individual
players working alone on the field, but
rather as a whole unit working together
to accomplish their goals.
"Our talent strength was hidden in
our entire offensive line-up," Mark
Somenzi, junior, said. "Not only the
starters on the field, but everyone on
the team was an excellent player. Every
player sitting on the bench would have
been good enough to start at any
position at any other high school."
However, the bright, uplifting
atmosphere of the season darkened as
the team suffered two consecutive
losses to rival team Highland and
confronted another tough 1 -6 loss to
Gavit mid-season. But these disap-
pointments simply helped pave the
path toward improvement and success.
"We played very well against
Highland," Dave Rybicki, senior, said.
"Brian Wolotka pitched practically a
perfect game. But when we really
needed to get a hit, it seemed
that we couldn't pull it off. It
seemed that Highland got all
the breaks that game."
Remaining in the spot-
light throughout the season,
the teafn maintained their
dedication and perseverance
leading them to success. The
team's accomplishments
throughout the season
demonstrated their capabili-
ties as they reflected upon a
winning season.
Lighten Up
While fans, parents and
coaches applied excessive
pressure and stress in
anticipation of a successful
season, crazy predicaments
or unusual situations arose
to help players loosen up
and lighten their load.
"It was great having
Rocket [Ryan Glinski, senior]
on the team," Wolotka,
junior, said. "He was the
comedian of our team. He
seemed to liven up any type
of mood, and he made
practices more interesting.
Varsity Baseball
26-6
Lake Central 7-2
River Forest 19-1
Valparaiso 4-2
Bishop Noll 0-5
Calumet 17-1
Gavit 4-3
Whiting 10-2
Highland 0-2
Griffith 9-0
Clark 10-2
Hammond High 11-2
Morton 8-4
Calumet 10-9
Bishop Noll 15-3
Gavit 1-6
Whiting 9-4
Highland 1-3
Lowell 2-1
Griffith 10-2
Crown Point Classic
Griffith 10-2
Gary West Side 26-5
Crown Point 8-7
Clark 4-0
Hammond High 11-3
Mortonl5-3
Sectionals
Lake Central 6-3
Highland 7-6
(9 innings)
Regionals
Adrean 0-2
In the Stretch
Straining to reach first base, Dave Rybicki, senior,
falls to the ground with an outstretched arm.
Unable to play his junior year due to a broken
arm, Rybicki returned to the team as a senior
playing pitcher, catcher, first base, and outfield.
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Fire Away
With a forceful thrust, Brian
Wolotka, junior, hurls the ball
toward Dave Rybicki, senior, as he
takes a practice pitch to warm up
for the upcoming game. Seven
different pitchers and four catchers
allowed for a variety of strategies
and defenses to come into play.
Varsity Baseball (front row) Brian
Wolotka, Mike Nirengarten, Nick Zubay,
Joe Mroz, Randy Wiancek (second row)
Andy Sterner, Bryant Poteet, Mark
Somenzi, Scott Shinkan, Steve Hedges,
Ryan Bothwell (back row) Dave Rybicki.
John Wasem, Edward Bukowski, Ryan
Glinski, Todd Compton, Brian
Christiansen, Coach Bob Shinkan
Close Call
As his Morton opponent slides onto
home plate, Ryan Glinski, senior,
anticipates the ball to stop the other
team from scoring a run. Making
his first appearance on varsity,
Glinski rose to the occasion in
critical situations playing catcher.
Sure Shot
After a powerful hit, Brian
Christiansen, senior, swings through
with the momentum of the bat before
making a dash toward first base.
"Every time I went up to the plate, I
was trying to make something
happen. If there was a guy in scoring
position, I focused on bringing him in
for a run. If not, 1 just aimed to get on
base," Christiansen said. Christiansen
went on to make The Times All-Area
Baseball First Team and First Team
All Lake 10 after setting a record for
15 doubles.
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tretching
"Also, before each game, all of the
players gathered around in a huddle
and each player received a turn to say
something. I probably shouldn't repeat
some of the things said, but this pre-
game tradition lightened the mood, got
our minds off the pressure, and helped
us relax before all of the games."
Random incidents occurred during
games or practices that evoked chuck-
les and broke concentration. These
sporadic moments changed the pace of
the game by allowing the players to
obtain a breath of relief and take a
quick break from the competition.
"While we were practicing fly balls
one time, Bryant Poteet was going for a
ball and he ended up running face first
into a fence," John Wasem, senior, said.
"At first we were scared that he might
have been injured, but then he rolled
over with all these black marks on his
face and we all started laughing. It
turned out he was perfectly fine."
After disappointing losses or de-
manding weeks of drill and practice to
prepare for upcoming
competitions, the players
invented unusual antics by
which to relieve anxiety and
crack the pressure.
"After hard losses we
Junior Varsity
14-8
Lowell 6-7
would, as a team, take all of
our anger out on pieces of
furniture we would find in
the locker room," Nick
Zubay, senior, said. "We
found it necessary to push
chairs and desks around as
well as to punch lockers. We
all did it together, and it
helped us relieve stress."
Looking past tedious
drills and competitive
atmospheres, players relied
on the lighter aspects of the
game for motivation while
aiming toward success.
Bishop Noll 1-3
Calumet 13-3
Gavit 5-6
Whiting 18-5
Highland 6-14
Griffith 24-1
Clark 17-3
Bishop Noll 2-12
Calumet 11-1
Gavit 9-1
Valparaiso 2-3
Valparaiso 6-9
Whiting 15-6
Highland 3-6
Porter 10-9
Griffith 13-11
Crown Point 4-1
Crown Point 0-1
Clark 13-0
Hammond High 16-0
Morton
Freshman Baseball
a a.
wesome
ccomplishments
Name: Nick Zubay
Favorite aspect of baseball:
Position: Outfield
"I always had the chance to be a little
Age: 18 Grade: 12
kid when playing baseball. It seemed
to be all fun and games once I got out
Awards:
on the field."
First Team All Confer-
Flashback: "It was the greatest
ence('96)
feeling stepping out on the field in a
All-Area('96)
varsity uniform for the first time my
Hoosier Diamond Pre-
sophomore year."
season Player of the Year
Advice for upcoming players:
(97')
"Play every game like it's your last.
The Golden Bat Award
and just have fun out there."
Highland 7-9
Crown Point 13-5
Crown Point 10-8
Morton 16-6
Lowell 8-9
Highland 3-5
Portage 9-8
Portage 11-13
Griffith 8-2
Andrean 10-5
Lake Central 6-10
Merrillville 6-7
Merrillville 15-2
Bishop Noll 8-6
Gavit 11-0
Andrean 14-5
Chesterton
Lake Central
Invitational
In Mid-swing
On the verge of striking the ball,
Todd Compton, senior, steps into his
swing. Beginning his baseball career
at the age of five by playing t-ball,
Compton perfected his techniques
with time and dedication.
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Quick Step
Preparing to steal a base, Dave
Rybicki, senior, leads off with a few
quick steps. Players stayed keen-
eyed and alert on the field while
scouting out open opportunities.
Dugout Blues
After Dave Rybicki, senior, strikes
out, the atmosphere of the dugout
darkens. However, the boys quickly
bounced back to defeat their Morton
opponents by four runs in the game.
Close Watch
Waiting in anticipation for the next
pitch, Nick Zubay, senior, seeks out
a chance to advance bases. Intense
drills during practice equipped
players with sharp reflexes and
increased endurance in games.
Junior Varsity Baseball (front row) Kris
Giba, Ed Mitchner, Jacob Frigo, Jason
Ciesielski, Adam Noel, Jon Cole (back
row) Coach Steve Tripenfeldas, Sandy
Rosen, Dane Mamula, Ryan Dean, Grant
Holajter, Dave Morris, Eric Talbot
Freshman Baseball (front row) Dave
Luptak, Chris Baut, Jason Korczak,
Michael Petrizzo, John Premetz, Joe
Martino, Steve Takacs (second row ) Steve
Mendoza, Ron Barkowski, John
Hanrahan, Lee Nadolski, Marc
Stojkovich, Mike Baniac, Matt Koscielski,
Jon Depa (back row) Josh Sudbury, John
Richey, Ryan Bulan, Josh Bochnowski,
Coach Matt Backs, Jason Helbling, John
Nourie, Evan Jones
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Starting Anew
As catcher Tracy Kirsch, junior,
awaits the opening pitch, Carrie
Paradzinski, freshman, releases the
ball. One of two freshmen on the
Varsity team, Paradzinski proved
her abilities pitch after pitch.
Freshman Sottball (front row) Rachel
Merkell, Lauren Pestikas, Ellen Smith,
Mandy Biel, Kathy Mueller (second
roiv) Jessica De Giulio, Katie
Szumlanski, Kari Dumakowski, Dawn
Sparling, Dana Talbot, Danielle
RakichTfcacJr row) Coach Mike Coil,
Margaret Schaum, Meaghen Lober,
Angela Keslin, Coach Robert McCall
JV Softball (front row) Annie Maksimovich, Jenny Burrell, Kira
Muskin, Caitlin Buchanan (second row) Coach Mike Coil, Stacey
Smith, Holly Wujek, Andrea Dungey, Coach Rob McCall (back row)
Jaci Palos, Beth Sliwa, Jaime Stennis, Kathleen Stier, Jill Martino
Helping Hand
With second baseman Lauren
Jillson, junior, there to cover her,
first baseman Kelly Hendry, senior,
tags first base for an out. In tight
situations the girls worked together
to ensure a successful! play.
Batter Up
With concentration on her face,
Stephanie Sfura, junior, mentally
prepares herself for the pitch. While
the team valued Sfura's batting
skills, she also excelled in defensive
play as the starting short stop.
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Ending season with an 1 8-8 record, team combines
determination and hard work to hold opponents
scoreless and sweep Sectionals.
laying the field
Keeping their eyes on the ball and their heads in the game, the
Girls' Varsity Softball team slid into a season filled with wins. Tak-
ing each challenge of skills in stride, the girls put their knowledge of
the game and each others' skills to the test during each play of every
game. Bringing positive attitude and intelligent field play
together, the team worked their way toward a tie with
Griffith for the Lake 10 Conference title.
Varstiy Softball
18-8
7-1 Conference
Highland 5-2
Sandburg 3-4
Lake Central 0-1
Bishop Noll 4-2
Andrew 4-1
Gavit 17-3
Lowell 8-4
Highland 4-3
Boone Grove 2-4
Morton 2-0
Hammond 10-0
Clark 10-1
Whiting 13-3
Crown Point 10-5
Calumet 28-0
Merrillville 0-1
Griffith 0-2
Andrean 2-3
Wheeler 5-0
Hanover Central 5-0
Portage 0-1
(10 innings)
Sectional
Gavit 21-0
Westside 8-0
Morton 3-0
Regional
Bishop Noll 8-3
Merrillville 0-2
JV Softball
10-8
Highland 20-0
Sandburg 0-13
Lake Central 4-11
Bishop Noll 16-6
Andrew 6-10
Gavit 7-4
Lowell 6-7
Andrean 10-14
Wheeler 5-3
Portage 1-0
River Forest 11-0
River Forest 24-0
Crown Point 4-3
Lowell 10-4
Griffith 3-6
Calumet
Andrean
Portage
Rounding Bases
"We beat our rival
Highland once 20-0, so
when we played them a
second time, we knew they
wanted to win bad, but we
won 14-4," Angie Keslin,
freshman, said.
While some teams took
losses as a failure, the Girls'
Softball Team used them as
a motivational tool, pushing
them ahead in each game.
"If we didn't win, the
games were close. We didn't
get killed or anything," Jill
Savage, senior, said.
Though not always
winning, the girls remained
proud of themselves at each
game they played. They
realized their strengths and
worked past their faults.
"Lake Central was a
good game. We lost 1 -0, but
they were a really good
team, and we had a lot of
fun playing them," Lauren
Jillson, junior, said.
Fresh Faces
Throwing a curve ball to
their opponents, the softball
teams sported new deter-
mined attitudes. Attributing
wins to new mindsets, they realized the
coaches provided their motivation.
"The coaches hammered into our
heads that, 'Attitude was everything.'
All the teams carne together and
showed that we weren't the old
Munster teams," Kathleen Stier, junior,
said, "We could win, and we did win."
Winning played a large role in the
girls' mindsets. However, keeping the
game at a friendly level also remained
important. Knowing both their team-
mates' skills and shortcomings, they
supported each other in games.
"We all helped each other out, We
didn't get down on each other or
anything," Jillson said.
Coaches also doled out encourage-
ment. Whether sitting in the outfield
with the entire team or giving a few
words to lift the team up, the coaches
encouraged their players.
"After games we sat in the out-
field, so we were secluded. We went
over a few of the plays that we didn't
execute properly, and we talked
about who we were playing next and
what to expect. It was a recap so that
we didn't just come, play and leave
right away," Head Coach Jim
Davidson, industrial technology
teacher, said.
Teamwork and skills helped the girls
through the season. Early determina-
tion pushed the team toward the
rewards of a winning year.
Varsity Softball (front row) Kerrie
Ellingsen, Stephanie Gill, Heidi Stout,
Jill Savage, Kelly Hendry, Marv
Konvalinka (second row) Susan
Kucharski, Coach Mike Coil, Coach
Jim Davidson, Coach Rob McCall,
Lauren Jillson ( buck row) Carrie
Paradzinski, Jackie Semko, Tracy
Kirsch, Stephanie Sfura, Brooke
Mavronicles
Softball-135®
Heavy Load
As Assistant Coach Brian Clark,
English teacher, and Janice Tsai,
senior, watch, Sara Teller, junior,
twists in shot put. Working with
others aided in improving skills.
Girls' Track and Field: (front row) Sara Williamson,
Candice Baker, Kerrie Helbling, Sara Teller, Diana
Kozlowski, Allison Sarnecki, Megan Safko, Cara
Wierzbinski, Noreen Castor, Gail Wallace, Eileen Norris,
Lia Carlos (second row) Assistant Coach Brian Clark,
Assistant Coach Scott McAlister, Becky Maynard,
Amanda Salinas, Maribel Gutierrez, Jen Kalina, Vicki
Bembenista, Mindy Hershburger, Janice Tsai, Bonnie
Abercrombie, Sarah Starewicz, Coach Dirk Sloan (bock
rote) Lauren Jania, Amy Glowacki, Carolyn Bielfeldt,
Jessica Jagadich, Michelle Myszak, Michelle Mask, Sara
Bieszczat, Kristen Spitz, Jill Weiss, Jill Hughes
First Step
With the gun sounding, sprinters
Megan Safko, senior, and Maribel
Gutierrez, freshman, aim to gain a
step ahead of their opponents. From
start to finish, every aspect of events
aided athletes in their performances.
Up and Over
Swiftly soaring over the hurdle, Jill
Hughes, junior, exhibits perfect
jumping form at practice. After-
school practice allotted athletes a
chance to work on essential details
to diminish their times at meets.
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Girls travel distance to excel in individual
and team events throughout season
nching their way
Motivated by coaches and themselves, the Girls' Track and Field Team
finished the season with a 6-3 record and a 5th place at the Lake 10
Outdoor Conference. In pursuit of gaining points for the benefit of the
team, they jumped, ran and threw at practices and at meets.
Priming Time
Pumping up for the hurdles, stroll-
ing to the starting line for the two mile
run or exploding at the shot put, the
Girls' Track and Field Team relied on
full physical and mental preparation
from starting block to finish line.
Composing themselves to compete
against others, full concentration
proved beneficial as the team utilized
time before the actual meet to suffi-
ciently prime for their events.
"I got my mind set on running,
focused on my race and relaxed, but
most importantly, I tried to have fun at
the same time," Captain Megan Safko,
senior, said. "Music and talking really
helped me to get ready for my events."
While concentration assisted in
performance, the girls additionally
required the use of outside sources to
build up in anticipation of the meets.
"I looked in the paper to be aware of
what my competition was throwing,"
discus and shot put thrower Sara Teller,
junior, said. "I had to prep myself on
what I needed for distance."
While the team combined relaxation
and knowledge in prepara-
tion for their races or events,
some opponents pushed
competition over the edge to
intimidate and to break the
positive attitudes among the
team members.
"I tried not to think when
I was in the starting block,
but the girls around me
made up false times to make
me nervous," hurdler Lia
One Foot Ahead
Arms flying and tongue out, Sarah
Starewicz, sophomore, leaps in the
air in a long jump competition. The
girls often experimented with
different events to discover their
niche on the team's lineup.
Girls’ Track and Field
6-3
6-2 Conference
Lake 10 Indoor 4th
Morton/Calumet
68- 54-32
Hammond High/Gavit
69- 49-27
Bishop Noll/Clark
41-82-24
Griffith/Highland
49-87-20
Andrean 82-45
Mustang Invitational
3rd
Calumet Invitational
8th
Lake 10 Outdoor
5th
Sectionals
7th
Carlos, senior, said. "They were always
extremely competitive."
Competition aside, the girls pulled
their complete energy together from
within to remain focused before and
during their race or event.
"I told myself over and over that it
was going to be over in just a few
minutes so I shouldn't be nervous,"
sprinter Gail Wallace, sophomore, said.
Using their mental power, the team
excelled for themselves and others. Not
only participating for self-satisfaction
and the team's sake, the girls occasion-
ally proved to others their unique side
through their running abilities.
"Most people didn't like to run and
you were different when you did it,"
long distance runner Sara Williamson,
freshman, said. "We had more strength
and more endurance than everyone
else. We just kept on running and
running without stopping."
Mental Motivation
"What you put into it was what you
got out of it," Jill Hughes, junior, said.
"The training was much harder than
some sports, but we weren't w'orking
for ourselves. When you won, you won
for the team, not only for yourself."
At the sound of a gun, the girls
sprung ahead, starting the season with
a fourth place at Lake 10 Indoor
Conference and with a 6-2 Lake 10
Conference record after four meets.
"They had a great attitude and a
good work ethic. We concentrated on
conditioning in the beginning of the
season," Coach Dirk Sloan, middle
school teacher, said. "They worked
hard and trained hard and it paid off."
Completing rigorious training until
the season's end, the team shined with
maximum points, presence of full
concentration and recognition of
athletic ability.
Girls’ Track and Field*
Boys' Track and Field (front row) Steve Lindemann, Mike Piorkowski, Stephen Sleeper,
Mike Sufana, Matt De Boer, Shaun Blue, Justin Robledo (second row) Jeremy Piniak,
Dan Blue, Roger Luna, Adam Vrabel, Gabe Porras, Derek Serna, Aaron Brown, John
Spence (third rote) Assistant Coach Steve Lopez, Assistant Coach Aaron Brown, Jon
Salinas, Jason Wallace, Jared McKinley, Ben Bochnowski, Brian Johnson, Atheir Abbas,
Nick Palazzolo, Head Coach Ed Wood rick (fourth row) T.J. Anthony, Adam Brown,
Dan Chakraborty, K.K. Azodo, Bob Yamtich, Dave Tabion, Jeremy Breuker, Adam
Samara (hack row) Greg Hedges, Don Koschnitzky, Rich Sun, Aaron Barnes, Andy
Saliga, Scott Anyanwu
Driving Force
Competing at the April 28 home
meet against Andrean, Adam
Vrabel, senior, throws the discus.
Vrabel ranked second in the nation
in discus, broke the 17-year-old
Sectional record by 16 feet with a
discus throw of 195'8ft, and placed
second at State in the shot put.
Form Focus
During an after school practice,
Jeremy Piniak, senior, works to
improve in his high hurdles event.
"I worked on my form and con-
centrated on keeping my speed up
so I could take only three steps in
between hurdles," Piniak said. "At
practice 1 focused on my improve-
ments because I didn't need to
worry about actually racing."
Bent Over Backwards
Leaping over the pole, Jared
McKinley, junior, competes in the
high jump against Andrean. Field
competitors scored extra points in
their events contributing to the
team's overall records.
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C Determination and motivation carry
dedicated boys to a winning season
learing hurdles
To work around an overcrowded gym, early season practices con-
sisted of sprints down the freshly carpeted North hallways. Working
to remain undefeated, the Boys' Track Team dashed to a 9-0 season.
Boys' Track and
Field
9-0
8-0 Conference
Gavit/Clark 41-46-33
Lake 10 Invitational
4th
Lake Central
Invitational 4th
Calumet/Morton
83-51-27
Hammond High/
Gavit 66-50-42
Bishop Noll/Clark
75-66-31
Griffith/Highland
79-681/2-191/2
Andrean 89-46
Mustang Invitational
2nd
Calumet Invitational
4th
Lake 10 Conference
2nd
Sectionals
4th
Regionals
10th
Beyond Anticipations
Soaring over expectations, the 47-
member team combined their skills and
put forth their greatest efforts to excel
in every aspect of competition.
"The boys went above and beyond
expectations. We were strong in field
events," Assistant Coach Steve Lopez,
social studies teacher, said. "Our
sprinters excelled and scored the points
we needed. We had a great group of
freshmen and sophomores that also
contributed effectively to scores."
Hard work and drive paid off as
members achieved individual and team
goals by shaving seconds off record
times or adding feet to shot put throws
throughout the season. The encourage-
ment of the coaches with pep talks
prior to competitions also helped
contribute to the team's sucesses.
"My big accomplishment was when
I ran my goal of 11.8 seconds in the 100-
meter dash at Clark against Bishop
Noll and Clark," Rich Sun, sophomore
said. "The team really worked hard to
get done what we needed to get done.
Everyone took it seriously
and was out to win."
Perpetual motivation
kept the boys in gear to
strive to meet their desired
goals including winning
Conference and having as
many boys as possible
advance to Regionals.
"Originally, the main goal
we concentrated on was to
place first at Conference,"
Co-captain Roger Luna,
senior, said. "Our mistake
was that we focused on the
team goal; we overlooked
setting individual goals."
For some, little surprises
and unexpected happenings
crept up as incentives urging
them to continue competing
to their abilities. Talented
individuals worked towards
chances to compete at big competitions.
"1 enjoyed the group of people, and
track was a sport that I was really good
at. I was on the Varsity 400-meter relay
and lettered. It was so unexpected,"
Matt De Boer, freshman, said. "I was so
proud of myself and my efforts at
practices really paid off as I worked
towards that accomplishment."
Whether it was a pep talk, a daily
practice or a strong work ethic, the
team managed to put forth the effort to
conclude the year with a rewarding
and productive season finishing
undefeated for the first time in 17
years, according to Head Coach Ed
Woodrick, elementary school teacher.
"Most teams had a few great indi-
viduals who performed well, but we
competed well all around. Our record
was 9-0, and we weren't expected to do
as well," Atheir Abbas, junior, said. "I
enjoyed the variety of events and the
big team of people to talk to."
Meet after meet, the team worked
together to prove to both coaches and
themselves that their broad range of
talent in a variety of events helped the
team to victory after victory.
"Overall the team had a lot of depth.
We scored in all events, which helped
us to finish unbeaten. We were a well-
rounded team," Woodrick said.
Calling the Shots
Aim and focus played a role as
Adam Vrabel, senior, improved
distance on shot put and discus throws.
According to Vrabel, meditation and
relaxing music helped him prepare for
meets. This preparation and focus led
to his breaking of the Regional shot put
record with a 65'6 1 /2 ft. distance.
At the 94th annual State Finals in
Indianapolis, Vrabel set a personal and
state record in the shot put with a
throw of 66'8 ft., but two minutes later,
a Pike competitor threw half an inch
further. In discus competition, Vrabel
finished third with a mark of 182'7".
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Forceful Drive
While practicing at the driving
range, Jay Szasz, junior, takes the
club back preparing to strike the
ball. The team practiced four times a
week at Briar Ridge Country Club.
Practice for Perfection
To improve his putting, Kyu Park,
senior, aims the ball at the cup.
Successful shooting required close
attention and pinpoint positioning.
Power Point
Focusing all of his mental and
physical energy onto the ball, Tim
Nosich, senior, drives it toward the
driving range fairway.
Boys' Golf (front row) Brad Griffin, Nate
Hansen, Kyle Spears, Dave Miller, Kevin
Cronin, Andy Dumaresq (second row)
Coach Ed Musselman, Jay Szaz, Greg
Krupinski, Jimmy Yannakopoulos, Kyu
Park, Tim Nosicn, Aaron Weinberg
(third row) Adam Bonjean, John Drillias,
Joe Ryan, Billy Gray, Scott De Boer, Ben
Hoban, Tom Summers (back row) Robby
Rothschild, Matt Carton, Jim Stout,
Danny Diambola, Kevin Morrissey, Ryan
Florek, Nick Kubacki, Aaron Sikicn
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Qualifying for State for the first time since mid-’80s,
boys become first team in school’s history to play
in the State finals
taying on target
As Tiger Woods attracted attention to the golf world when he
became the youngest player ever to win the Masters, the Boys' Golf
Team made their own marks on the green. With the return of four
varsity members, the team set records as they forged ahead.
Soaring Expectations Determined to Play
Losing the chance to attend the State
tournament the year before by one
stroke, the team concentrated on and
worked towards avenging the previous
season's disappointment.
"The only thing we had in mind was
taking a trip down to the State tourna-
ment," Co-captain Jimmy Yannako-
poulos, senior said. "That was our main
goal, to be there at the State tourney."
The team successfully started off the
season winning their first 11
matches. Shooting a team
record of 144 even par
against Hammond High, the
boys set the course for the
rest of the season.
"That was our best match
of the year. All our varsity
scores added up to even
par," Greg Krupinski,
freshman said. "That was a
great accomplishment."
Following up their record
defeat of Hammond High,
the team defeated Gavit,
Calumet and Morton.
Participating on a larger
scale, they made their way
to the Rensselear Invitational
where they placed sixth
against 30 teams.
"It wasn't a good tourna-
ment for us," Kyu Park,
senior, said. We all played
horrible. It was disappoint-
ing to play like that at such
an important tournament.
Traveling around to exclusive golf
courses and practicing at Briar Ridge
Country Club proved reason enough to
join the golf team, but players found
other reasons to join the team. They
wanted to contribute and win.
With a season ranging from disap-
pointing Invitatationals to record
setting rounds, individual abilities
facilitated team advancement.
"We were trying to hit more greens,
improve our scores, and reach new
heights," Coach Ed Musselman,
mathematics teacher, said. "Our kids
loved to golf. Everyone wanted to play.
It was a growing sport."
Weather or Not
Even though it was the middle of
winter and the thermometer outside
read five below zero, the members of
the Boys' Golf Team continued to
practice through rain and howling
winds preparing for the season ahead
of them. Playing all year improved a
golfers game as well and gave them a
head start on their competition.
"I practiced golf as much as I
possibly could inside or outside in the
cold, that was what it took to be a good
golfer ," Krupinski said.
Listen and Learn
Before the Varsity match against Lake Central,
Kyu Park, senior, accepts a score card from Coach
Musselman as seniors Jimmy Yannakopoulos and
Tim Nosich await advice for the upcoming
match. Coach Musselman motivated players
before going out to challenge the competition.
Boys' Golf
11-1
9-0 Conference
Clark 164-222
Portage 165-179
Highland 161-190
Crown Point
161- 176
Hammond 144-214
Gavit 157-196
Calumet 153-160
Morton 155-215
Rensselear
Invitational 6th
Griffith 156-172
Chesterton 160-170
Bishop Noll
162- 198
LaPorte Invitational
6th
Lake Central
159-162
Lake Central
Invitational
2nd
Lake Central 317-328
Sectionals
2nd
Lake Central 320-326
State
10th
645 for 36 holes
Girls' Tennis: (front row) Elizabeth Gonzalez, Elaine
Yannakopoulos, Dana Brzozkiewicz, Emily Holly, Kristin
Kaegebein, Kara Argus, Melissa Volkman ( second row ) Asst.
Coach Mary Lou Piatek, Eileen Mapalad, Stacy Bulan, Kelli
Hayes, Lisa Eidam, Lisa Young, Annie Knish, Jean Knish,
Torie Cox, Allison Schumacher, Coach David Knish (third r<«c)
Ann Marie Matovina, Katherine Krum-polz, Natalie Dudzik,
Sarah Hannigan, Jennifer Bamboat, Annie Ellis, Andrea
Illingsworth, Jessica Lotak, Megan Chynowyth (fourth row)
Lesley Barton, Kellie Curan, Rina Doshi, Megan Detter-line,
Shilpa Joshi, Neha Kansal, Natalie Johnson, Madeleine Mogle,
Mime Rogers (fifth row) Lisa Alexander, Sarah Volkoff, Amy
Los, Rama Vohra, Angela Poe, Allison Heuer, Seema Shah,
Traci Kutlik, Sara Levin, Karen Haney (sixth row) Rucha Patel,
Poonam Shah.Meltum Zeytinoglu, (asmina Mijailovic, Lindsey
Demitroulas, Nancy Simar-dzija (back row) Anna Kozlowska.
Nick Of Time
Leaping to return the ball. Captain
Kelli Hayes, senior, keeps the rally
going. Due to her 13 years of
experience, Hayes had the ability to
achieve top national ranking.
Ready Or Not
Awaiting her opponent's comeback,
Lisa Young, junior, gets down low
in the ready position. Total
preparation and intensive workouts
led the team through their
undefeated conference.
Sister Act
Stepping into her swing, Ann
Knish, junior, discovers her sister,
Jean Knish, freshman as a back-up
for a quick return. With the help of
team unity, the girls learned how to
support each other on and off the
court and maintain similar goals.
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Skilled and determined girls set ball
rolling toward unstoppable season and
a second place finish at State
11 in good time
As the last clump of February snow dissolved and the three hard
courts emerged from the slush, the Girls' Tennis Team exited the
fieldhouse doors, crossed over the weed-filled median and stepped
into their first swing of the new season. Splitting up into singles
and doubles to begin their warm-ups, the team evaluated their
goals and set their targets for their three month season.
Ahead Of The Game
Girls’ Varsity
Tennis
26-1
Crown Point 5-0
Gavit 5-0
South Bend St.
Joseph 5-0
Mishawaka-Penn
4-1
Michigan City 5-0
Valparaiso 5-0
Bishop Noll 5-0
Carmel Invite
2nd
Highland 4-1
Lake Central 4-1
Griffith 5-0
Andrean 4-1
Portage 5-0
Plymouth 4-1
Lake 10 Conference
Bishop Noll 5-0
Whiting 5-0
Highland 5-0
Sectionals
Calumet 85-34
Highland 50-53
Regionals
Lowell 5-0
Crown Point 5-0
Semi-State
Mishawaka-Penn
4-1
LaPorte 3-2
State
2nd
"Our main goal was to win State,"
Torie Cox, sophomore, said. "We had a
good team and with Kelli Hayes, we
thought this year was our real chance."
Due to year-round indoor practices at
Matchpoint Tennis Club, the team
gained a headstart over the area compe-
tition. Dropshots, lobs and slices put the
girls back on track for their perennial
two-hour practices. To continue their
training, the players worked on hits,
stretches and "Davis Cup" sprints,
which prepared them for
their Regional rivals. As their
matches flew by with succes-
sive 5-0 scores, the team
gained self-confidence and
determination needed to
make it through the season.
"We didn't really have any
worries," Coach David
Knish, special education
teacher, said. "Each match
gave us the inside estimate
on what we needed to do for
the State Championship. We
tried to get better, encourage
each other and get over the
hump to win the State Cham-
pionship for Munster."
In the Spotlight
"I started practing when I
was four years old,"Captain
Kelli Hayes, senior, said.
"My dad got me into the
sport , but I enjoyed it from
the start."
Words from the wise
To improve hitting techniques,
junior Shamiso Mondiwa, foreign
exchange student from Zimbabwe,
watches on the sidelines and
receives words of advice from
assistant coach, Mary Lou Piatek.
Starting her tennis career at an early
age, Hayes set herself up for years of
training and competing. In eighth
grade, Hayes ranked 14th in the nation
and found herself facing pressures and
expectations of those who saw her as
the next Jennifer Capriati. After spend-
ing her junior year in St. Petersburg, FI.
strengthening her skills, Hayes re-
turned to Munster to help the team
reach their goals.
"As captain, I tried to keep the team
together with a positive attitude,"
Hayes said. "We worked well together.
I made sure everyone supported each
other on and off the court. When we
were playing a match, all the team
would help each other to keep a
positive attitude on the court. We were
all basically like a family. We all stuck
together and had the same goal."
Tied Together
"When the goal was there, I thought
it united the team," Knish said. But
sometimes, connecting the teammates
took more than just basic hopes and
aspirations. Varsity players established
their own "freshman initiations" to
pass the time away on their interstate
highway bus trips, while novice team
members brought food and music to
lighten up the pre-match mood.
"Every individual brought some-
thing different to the team," Cox said.
"And that's how we all really con-
nected. My first year I always brought
food on the van, so everyone liked me,
and Annie Ellis always brought good
music for us to listen to."
With personal expressions, the team
became closer and put abilities to the
test. Forming friendships and improv-
ing skills, the girls pushed towards
goals. Their drive of determination and
strong unification pulled them into a
second place standing at State.
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Horse Play
Just for the fun of it, seniors Sam Fies,
Bob Leary, J.J. Pestikas, Scott Hansen
and Mike O'Brien play a casual game
of football at Beech Park. Spontaneous
games with friends proved to be good
stress remedies and free-time killers.
Airborne
On a Sunday morning, Andy Byczko,
senior, moves around Davey Morris,
junior, shooting a lay-up. "1 liked play-
ing basketball but I didn't want to play
for the school team because it required
too much time," Byczko said.
Fresh Stale
Ice Hockey
Field Hockey
Football
Rugby ,
Volleyball
Badmiton
— -r—
Soccer
Polo
Bowling
Bocce ball
Baseball
Cricket
Golf
Croquet
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It didn't matter where they
played, who they played or even
what they played, as long as these
students found friendly competition
and the opportunity to engage in a
variety of fun-filled athletics.
Almost every day in the summer
and on occasional warm winter days,
juniors Mark Somenzi, Ryan
Bothwell, Randy Wiancek, Tom
Richey, Jason Rosko, Eric Talbot and
Dane Mamula met on an asphalt
court to play laid-back basketball.
"We were all friends and enjoyed
playing basketball," Dane Mamula,
junior, said. "It was relaxed and not
as pressured as school sports."
However, even school athletes
took advantage of sports in the com-
munity in order to sharpen their tech-
nique and improve perceived weak-
nesses in their game.
Keeping soccer skills up, soccer
players moved from the outside sea-
son to an indoor soccer league. The
indoor league encouraged players to
sharpen skills and kept otherwise out
of season players active.
"It was a great way to keep in
shape and make friends," Dana Brzozkiewicz,
junior, said. "It was different from school sports
because the team wasn't all from Munster. I
played for fun and to improve for next season."
Because of scheduling conflicts, active stu-
dents found it difficult to participate in two
school sports during the same season. How-
ever, community-planned athletics helped in-
terested students compete on a different level.
For affected athletes, the Munster Biddy Ball
program allowed basketball-loving students to
participate on a semi-competitive basketball
team while still allowing athletes to compete for
the school in their respective sports.
Ice skates,
bowling
balls and
soccer cleats
fill closets as
out-of-
school
sports
encourage
involvement
while
team
players
learn to
share the
spotlight
while
having fun
Cutting Edge
With a hockey stick in his hands. Matt Weaver,
sophomore, skates pushing the puck during the
hockey gameagainst Marian Catholic at Homewood
Flossmore Hockey Rink. Weaver acted as the
Assistant Captain on the JV team.
"I liked playing basketball, but I
couldn't have played on I he school
team because of swimming," Adam
Schaum, junior, said. "We had no
practices and it was easy to make it
to games on Sundays."
"It was more fun than school
sports because there was not as
much stress and pressure," Mike
Grady, senior, said. "We goofed
around and pretty much did what-
ever we felt like that day."
Similarly, the West Minister
Church Volleyball League offered
students an opportunity to compete
in a more stress-free atmosphere.
"I always set aside time for prac-
tice every Monday because it was
relaxed and not very strict," Allison
Paliga, sophomore, said. "You
played when you wanted to and
didn't play with the same people
every week because everyone
brought their friends."
Even finding time for non-tradi-
tional sports, the Bowling Club met
after school every Monday at the
Dyer Stardust Bowl to practice their
skills in a relaxed environment.
"It was a relaxing way to spend time with my
friends," Tim Siukola, freshman, said. "It was
different from other school sports because you
didn't have to try out."
On the other hand, the Munster Hockey pro-
gram took their sport to a higher level. The
players traveled to Bridge View Ice Arena in
Oak Lawn, IL for an hour of practice costing the
team $160 every week. Even though participat-
ing proved expensive, players found that re-
wards outweighed the costs. Averaging five
goals a game, the team had a successful season.
"I wished it was a school sport so we could
have lettered in it and received recognition,"
Ronnie Carraher, junior, said.
Although some athletes played for sheer
competition, others enjoyed the relaxed atmo-
sphere of out-of-school sports. Students let
loose in hopes of finding good times and fun
with other interested athletes.
Group Sports-145 B
Expressing her commitment to her
dancing, Jackie Persic, senior, strolled
into TNT Twisters at 8 a.m. on a
Saturday morning after dragging
herself out of bed at 7:30 a.m.
Calming a wound-up class full of 3
to 10 year old girls, Jackie began to
teach ballet, one of the dance forms
she had loved since the age of three.
"I was happy that I shared my
knowledge of dance," Jackie said. "I
felt 1 accomplished something because
when I taught the girls a new dance,
they forgot that they didn't want to
take the class in the first place."
Going to the extreme, athletes
sacrificed precious hours of sleep or
their physical well-being to participate
in an out-of-school sport.
"One time I was going down some
stairs with my skateboard somewhere
in Munster and I landed on my ankle
and broke it," Brad Hensley, senior,
said. "Skateboarding was just like any
other sport. There were risks."
Keeping all of these dangers in
mind, students strived to prevent
injuries, mistakes, or embarrassment
while perfecting every one of their new tricks,
moves or jumps. Wheels aided the need for
speed as athletes rolled onto tracks and paths.
"I rollerbladed on weekends or whenever I
had free time. Whenever I jumped I was scared
to fall because I didn't want someone to drive
by and see me laying on the ground," Jill Weiss,
junior, said.
"A friend from Calumet City and I
used to bike at the dunes," Chris
Caruso, junior, said. "The only thing
I worried about hitting a rock and
flying through the air."
Experience kicked in after hours
of practice, and students anticipated
possible mishap learning to correct
them with experience and time.
"I took rollerskating lessons for a
year in seventh grade," Caitlin
Buchanan, sophomore, said. "When I
went skating, everything I learned
came back to me and I was able to
catch myself before I fell."
Patiently sticking with their sport
through injury, frustration and
disappointments, athletes' efforts
eventually paid off as they strived
towards their ultimate goals.
"When I went water-skiing it was
really hard to begin, but once I was
able to stand up on the skis and go, it
was the greatest thing," Kathleen
Stier, junior, said. "It gave me a rush,
a feeling that I finally had succeeded ."
As the last little girl scurried out ,
Jackie plopped into a nearby chair with a sense
of accomplishment as the memory of the wound-
up morning class slowly faded away.
Punch Time
With a burst of energy. Bob Yamtich, sophomore, attacks
the punching bag in his basement after wrestling prac-
tice. Students often took up different forms of physical
activity after their usual school athletic schedule.
Stretching
long and
wide to
acheive
attainable
goals,
students
give extra
time and
energy
to athletic
activities
beyond
the bounds
of normal
school
sports
Long Stretch
To prevent having aching muscles the
next day, Jill Savage, senior, and Jamie
Savage, freshman, stretch before their
karate class at Hansen's Do-Jo on a
Monday evening. Students often had
to physically prepare before taking
part in a demanding sport.
146-Sports
Spot Check
Always looking to correct imperfec-
tions, Jackie Persic, senior, assists her
student in maintaining proper form
at TNT Twisters. Using her dancing
skills, Jackie applied her experience
to teaching hopeful gymnasts.
On Thin Ice
Bent to tie up his skate, Steve Bizon,
sophomore, makes use of the weather
by ice skating after school at Commu-
nity Park. Weather conditions al-
lowed or prohibited outdoor recre-
ational sports participation.
Fitne$$ Finance
Boxing:
gloves - $35
bag - $30 - $40
Skateboarding:
board - $20 - $90
safety gear pack - $45
(elbow, knee pads and
wrist guards)
Golf:
set of clubs - $100 - $900
Downhill Skiing:
skis - $100 - $400
poles - $20 - $70
boots - $75 - $320
Mountain biking:
bike - $190 - $300
helmet - $20 - $60
Rollerblading:
blades - $70 - $280
safety gear pack - $45
Snowboarding:
board - $200 - $350
bindings - $100
boots - $200 - $25
Sledding:
sled - $10 - $80
snowpants - $50- $100
Tennis:
racket - $20-$250
tennis balls * $4
Source- Sportmart in Calumet City
Individual Sports-147 B
Fast, not Fat
Restaurants
Great Choice
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Big Apple
Bagels
blueberry bagel
1.2
eight grain bagel
1.4
Baskin
Robbin's 31
Flavors
chocolate vanilla
twist (1/2 cup)
0
Maui Brownie
Madness
(1/2 cup)
3
Subway
Veggie Delight
(six-inch)
3
roast beef (six-inch)
6
Pizza Hut
thin crust cheese
pizza (one slice)
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Fazoli's
spaghetti with
tomato sauce
7
McDonald's
Grilled Chicken
Classic Deluxe
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de for Fast
Susan Powers
Pastabilities
Making healthier choices, Amanda
Biel, freshman, sacrifices the cheese
pizza lunch for a plate of plain pasta.
Students sometimes resorted to such
measures as counting calories, eating
reduced fat foods, and avoiding red
meat to lead nutritious lifestyles.
Ups and Downs
In order to compete in the 119 weight
class, Chris Hunt, freshman, exercises
two hours before his wrestling meet.
Wrestlers struggled to remain in lower
weight classes by jumping rope while
fully clothed by the swimming pool to
sweat off excess weight.
Push It
With a sudden burst of energy, Scott
Shinkan, junior, utters a grunt of exer-
tion as he pushes his limits on the
incline machine during his usual
workout regime in the weight room.
Beginning Dec. 2, out-of-season ath-
letes received the opportunity to use
the weight room every Monday,
Wednesday, and Thursday after
school under the supervision of Coach
Leroy Marsh, health teacher.
Sit Tight
Beginning her daily workout routine,
Lesley Saliga, junior, warms up with 30
minutes of abdominal work. Finding
time to incorporate fitness habits into
their daily lives served as a necessity for
health-conscious students.
'MS-Sports
While lazy students collapsed onto
their beds and fell into deep sleeps or
seized opportunities to lounge on the
couch with snacks in one hand and
remote control in the other, Lesley
Saliga, junior, raced home with a differ-
ent intent circling in her head.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle,
Lesley grabbed a shiny red apple and a
Nutra-grain bar while heading down
the stairs to her basement, ready to
begin her usual workout routine.
“Living healthy was very important
to me," Lesley said. "I worked out in
my basement. I also did a half hour of
stair work and a half hour of abdomi-
nal work everyday in addition to jog-
ging with my brother every other day.
I didn't eat red meat, and I tried to cut
down on fatty foods.
"I exercised not only to stay in shape
but also to relieve stress. Exercise gave
me a chance to get everything off my
mind and to escape all the pressures in
school and in my life."
On the other hand, rather than rely-
ing upon self-motivation and disci-
pline, athletes found it helpful to par-
ticipate in a school-organized sport to
keep themselves physically fit.
Coaches and teammates aroused incentives
and inspired hard work and dedication.
"I stayed healthy and in shape when I was on
the Girls' Cross Country Team during the fall,"
Jackie Persic, senior, said. "I ran at least four to
five miles per day during practice."
However, as sports seasons ended, athletes
geared their sights toward the weight room in
search of means to sustain physical fitness.
"1 tried to exercise in the weight
room with Coach Marsh when I was
out of season," Dave Mangus, sopho-
more, said. "I wanted to stay in shape
for football, and I also wanted to
avoid feeling tired and lazy all the
time. I basically wanted to feel really
good about myself."
In addition to exercise and deter-
mination, wholesome food and nu-
trition also played an important role
in students' healthy lifestyles.
"I usually ate extremely healthy,"
Angela Smith, freshman, said. “I
didn't have to try very hard to eat
this way because I was basically
forced into my eating habits. My
mom was a dietitian, and because of
her occupation, she only cooked and
provided nutritious health food."
Even in the midst of a national
health craze with an immense
amount of importance directed to-
wards nutrition and fitness, certain
students chose to assert a contrast-
ing perspective on the issue.
"Living healthy was not ex-
tremely important to me," Emily
Magliola, freshman, said. "I didn't
exercise very much, and I ate what-
ever I wanted whenever I wanted. But I seemed
to stay healthy, and I didn't gain any weight, so
I guess it didn't matter."
Limbs hanging limply by her sides and face
drained of all energy, Lesley wearily gazed up
from the bottom of the stairs ready to attack
them once again. As she quickly took a glance at
her watch, one simple thought provided moti-
vation: just nine more sets to go.
As fitness
and
nutrition
impact
students’
lives, they
direct
extra
effort and
energy
toward
nutritious
eating
habits and
excercise
in search
of a
healthy
lifestyle
Healthy Lifestyles- 149 B
Lauren Jillson,
junior
Jim Brown,
junior
OPINIONS
Of
faculty and students sparked
diversity as the opposing sides
of each story surfaced.
R E N T you glad you weren’t the
Pocohontas shirt wearing freshman who looked
like her mother dressed her or the swimmer who
stumbled out of bed at 5:15 a.m. on frigid morn-
ings and jumped into an icy pool 45 minutes later.
ALWAYS running through the
crowded halls, hurried students zoomed past the
little details surrounding them. Taking a slower
pace, they noticed the nine columns supporting
the Commons’ ceiling, field house bleachers
labeled from ‘A-T’, or the garbage can by the pool
painted to resemble the Star Wars droid R2-D2.
FACE the music. Student Services foiled
student attempts to call themselves off, park
illegally or walk hallways without a pass.
TO
meet the entire 1 ,221 student population
on a person-to-person basis would be an impossi-
bility. However, the 394 minutes of school on
Tuesdays and Thursdays offered you precious
time to socialize with some of the students you
walked shoulder to shoulder with down the halls.
FACE
.s expressed more than individual-
ity. After the public announcement of Assistant
Principal Ms. Carol Epperson’s engagement at
the recognition assembly, Assistant Principal Mr.
Lane Abrell rolled his head back in shock pointing
at Ms. Epperson as her face reddened with laugh-
ter. You realized even the administrators’ faces
could light up with happiness.
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BOOK
WIRED TUNES
Blasting "The Hey
Song" from his
saxophone, Roger
Luna, senior, plays
with fellow band
members Jay
Wright, senior, and
Erik Schwertfeger,
sophomore.
To study for the SATs, Jen
Panich, junior, reads a
preparation book. Looking
again at what they needed
to do to get ahead, obser-
vant students spent time
preparing for their futures.
Working hours on their float,
sophomores Liz DeVries and
Vicki Bembenista fold and
unfold the white and black tissue
flowers used to decorate the jack-
in-the-box in preparation for
Homecoming float competition.
PHOTO
FINISH
To have a
keepsake from
the Homecom-
ing Mardi Gras
dance, juniors
Heather Harker,
Janna Pasztor,
Roxana Bargoz,
and Ben
Bochnowski
pose with
friends for a
group photo.
People Divider-1 51 b
me
vs.
Wall St
With college applications piling up, term papers to write and
future plans to think about, childish seniors escaped everyday
stresses by cuddling Beanie Babies or dressing up in stone-washed
jeans and blue eye shadow for '80's Day. These kids at heart set
aside their mature "big seniors" stereotype to let loose and enjoy the
rest of high school. Although some took a relaxed approach to their
last high school year, others jumbled their busy days with zero
hours. Advanced Placement classes, jobs and extra-curriculars.
“I always acted really childish
because when I got really bored I
needed to do something fun to keep
myself occupied.
I was always
kind of weird.
When I was in
fourth grade, at the end of the year,
we all got awards, and I was voted
class clown. I have always pulled
pranks on people too. One time, my
brother and I played a joke on his
roommate at school. When he walked
in the room we started jumping up and
down on the beds screaming and head
banging, then we played th his mind
some more and kicked him out. I liked
doing funny things just to be different."
- Roger Luna, senior
My family and I were very in-
I volved in our church. My sister and I
I taught two and five-year-olds Sunday
school class. I also went to youth
group meetings on Sunday nights,
and was involved in a 16- week
Bible "College"
program. I also
went to Venezuela
as a missionary
with a group of teenagers and adults
from all over the United States and
Canada. Since I had such a busy
schedule, I had to write down what I
needed to do and schedule time for it.
I just decided what was most impor-
tant in my life, and 1 did those things
first."
-Laura Ellingson, senior
Split
Opinions
Suzanne Theresa Ambos
Neal Ambre: Band 9-12; German Club 9-12;
Golf 9-12; Jazz Band 9; NHS 11-12; Basketball
10-11
Ryan Baggett
Cara L. Bailey: Student Gov't. 9-12; Volleyball
9; Soccer 10-12 (co-captain 12); German Club
10-12; NHS 11-12 (pres. 12); Homecoming
Queen 12
Melissa Bartok
Allison Marie Baut: Volleyball 9 (capt. 9);
Basketball 9-10; Soccer 10-12 (capt.12); French
Club 11-12
Melisa R. Benavente: Jazz Band 9-12; Wind
Ensemble 11-12; Concert, Marching, Pep Band
9-12 (section leader 12); Spanish Club 10-12;
Drama 9-12; Thespian 11-12; Musical 11-12;
Speech 11-12; NFL 11-12; NHS 11-12; SADD 9;
CEC 11; Student Govt. 12; Ensembles 12;
Principal's Award for Excellence 11
Curtis A. Bendis: Basketball 9; Football 9-12
Nate E. Berg: Wrestling 9-12; Ensemble 10
Robert Bishop: DECA 12
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Today’s Toys
GAK: (gak)
a soft, moist, slippery matter used for enter-
tainment purposes available in various colors and scents,
such as Smell My Gak
BEANIE BABY:(be’ne ba’be)
soft animals filled
with plastic beads complete with their own names and
birthdays i.e. Garcia, the tie-dyed bear
PLAY STATION: (pla sta’shen)
an entertainment
system equipped with modern graphics and technologically
advanced games on compact discs.
SUPERBALL: (soo’per bol)
a large, rubber bouncy
ball that could reach heights of 30 feet when bounced
Right Foot Red
Trying to reach for the next colored
circle while still keeping balance,
seniors Melanie Yuraitis, Nick
DeRosa, Tatum Miller and Jordan
Feldman play a game of Twister.
"When my friends and I were bored
we would play stupid games just to
have some fun," Jordan said.
Leading the Way
During the Crier Editorial Board's
weekly Wednesday meeting, Vijay
Krishnamoorthv, senior, gives
Renee Pleitner, junior, advice on
what revisions to make on her story
assignment Time consuming extra-
curriculars required students to
master their responsibilities.
Candace Blake: NHS 12; CEC 11-12; Speech
10-11; French Club 10-12; Japanese Club 10-11
Daniel Blue: Drama 11-12; NHS 11-12, German
Club 10-12; Cross Country 9 12; Track 9-12'
Kathleen Franciska Bona: Swimming 9-11;
Track 9-10; Speech/Debate 9-10; French Club
9- 11; Art Club 10; Project X 9; MTO 9 10; Boys'
Swimming Manager 10-12
Christopher John Boudi: Speech 9 12 (council
10- 12); NFL 9-12; Debate 10-12; N11S 11-12;
Golf 9; Student Govt. 9-10; Spanish Club 10-1 1
Sam John Boufis: German Club 11 12;
DECA 12
Carrie Bowers
Sean Brennan: Football 9-11
Jason Breuker
Aaron Brown: French Club 10-12 (sec 12);
Speech 9, 12; CEC 12; Track 12; ACC 11-12;
Kathleen Marguerite Brown: Speech/ Debate
9-12 (council 10-12); NFL 9-12; Drama 9-12;
Thespians 10-12; CEC 9-10 (trcas. 9 10),
NHS 11-12
Ambos- Brown-1 53 b
Ambos
vs.
Although students did not regularly analyze their last names,
their location in the alphabet had an effect on their lives. With last
names at the beginning of the alphabet, "A" students routinely sat at
the front of the classroom while their "Z" peers usually occupied the
back row. Knowing that these occurrences proved beyond their con-
trol, students chose to make the best out of each given situation.
"I had been first since I was little,
so I was used to it. I usually sat first in '
my classes. Last year I had the first
locker for the first
Split
time ever. I was
also the first to
graduate. That meant that I had to
be the example. I really didn't like
that I had to go first in that case,
but there wasn't much I could have
done about it. Teachers and other
people who knew me for a while
joked around and said stuff like 'hey
come sit up here.' I would not have
changed my name, though, just
because I didn't always like being
first. I guess that would have been a
pretty superficial reason. It was still a
good name."
-Suzanne Ambos, senior
Opinions
"Being last in the alphabet didn't
really bother me once I was in high
school. The only thing they did
alphabetically there was the picture
taking, and I could
have cared less about
that. It used to bother
me in grade school
when we lined up
alphabetically. Once in a while they
lined us up in reverse, and I looked
forward to being first. Somebody had
to be last, so it was fitting that I was
last. I was never first in anything like
competitions. With concert tickets,
even if I went really early, I was never
first. It would have even been nice to
be in the middle sometime. That
would have been perfect."
-Nick Zubay, senior
Noah Brubaker: German Club 9-10
Rebecca Budzik: Art Club 9-10
Edmund Bukowski: Baseball 9-10, 12;
Swimming 9
Stacy Lynn Bulan: Tennis 10-12; Ensembles
10-12; Musical 12; Swimming 9-11; NHS 11-12;
Speech /Debate 12; MTO 9-11; Drama 10
Dana L. Bull: Basketball 9-12 (co-capt. 12);
Soccer 11; Track 10; CEC 10, 12 (sec. 10); Band
9; Speech/Debate 10; NHS 11-12; Spanish Club
10
Michelle Bunch
Catherine Lynn Burghardt: Band 9-12; French
Club 12; DECA 11-12; SADD 10; Drama 10;
Musical 12; Ensemble 12
Amanda Marie Burrell: Crier 11-12 (Page Ed.
11, Ed.-in-chief 12); Quill and Scroll 12 (pres.
12); NHS 11-12; Student Govt. 12; Speech/
Debate 9-10; Drama 10; French Club 9
Andrew Kacper Byczko: Basketball 9; Soccer
10-12; Track 10-12; German Club 9-12 (pres. 12)
Pat Byrne: Football 9-12
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Face Forward
Because of the alphabetical seating
arrangement, seniors Nathan Berg,
Cathy Burghardt, and Lonnie
Carrizales sit in the first row of Mr.
Scott McAlister's 4th hour govern-
ment class. "I was so sick of sitting
in front," Cathy said. "Every time
the teacher said we were sitting
alphabetically, 1 knew I was going
to be in the front of the class."
Reaching Out
As the day comes to a close, seniors
Jennifer Zenos, Melanie Yuratis,
and Jimmy Yannakapoulos get
their books from their end-of-the-
alphabet locker section. Since the
Main Office assigned students'
lockers alphabetically, students
with "Y" and "Z" last names did
not receive the spacious lockers
usually given to seniors.
Natalie Campbell: Student Govt. 1 1-12;
Cheerleading 11-12; Musical 11; Spanish Club
10; Paragon 11-12 (Student Life Asst. 11,
Student Life Ed. 12); Quill and Scroll 11 12;
Principal's Award For Excellence; I lomecom-
ing Court 12; Ensembles 10
Christopher M. Cantwell: Band 9-12 (Section
Leader 11-12); Jazz Band 9-12 (Section Leader
10-12); Wind Ensemble 10-12; Swimming 9-11;
Track 10; German Club 9-12; NHS 11-12
Lia Cristina Carlos: Basketball 9-10 (capt. 9);
Track 9-10, 12;
Ricky Carraher
Lonnie A. Carriazales: Basketball 9-10; Track
11; Football 12
Lisa Marie Carroll: Spanish Club 10; En-
sembles 10; Drama 9-12; Speech/Debate 10-11
Cliff Carter: Wrestling 9-12; Track 9-12; Cross
Country 10-12; German Club 9-12; NHS 11-12
Kristina Marie Carton: Spanish Club 10; Poms
10-12 (capt 12); DECA 12; Ensembles 10;
Homecoming Court 1 2
Seth Cashman
Shipra Chandnani: Track 9, Cross Country
9-10; Crier 11-12 (Perspectives Ed. 12)
Brubaker-Chandnani-1 55 h
Cold Comfort
As they bear the cold weather,
seniors Jen Pallay, Kunal Shah,
Mehul Desai, Denise Trelinski, Raul
Salinas and Allison Archer, '96,
cheer for the football team. Dating
often involved activities with others.
"In our group of friends, we tried to
keep a balance between friends and
significant others," Kunal said. "We
hung out together but also left time
to spend alone."
Dating Defined
First Date:
“First time you asked a girl to go somewhere
with just you or another couple,” Paul Economou, senior
Date:
“Spending prearranged time with a member of the
opposite sex,” Mrs. Mary Yorke, English teacher
Seeing Each Other:
| “Seeing each other was when
you were free to see others, but you were still together;
dating was more exclusive,” Krista Klawinski, sophomore
I “When two people were dating exclusively, and
they didn't date anyone else,” Heather Ciastko, senior
Couple:
Brian Christiansen: Football 9-12 (All
Conference 11-12; All Area 12; Academic All
State 12); Basketball 9-12; Baseball 9-12; French
Club 9-12; NHS 11-12; Student Govt. 11-12
(pres. 12); Principal's Award for Excellence 9
Heather Lyn Ciastko: Speech/Debate 9;
Spanish Club 10; Ensembles 10; Poms 11
Shaun Ciesielski: Baseball 10; DECA 12
Candice R. Clarke: Band 9-10; Ensembles 10;
Snow Flurries 9-12; DECA 12
Kathy Jo Cole
Todd Compton: Football 9-12; Baseball 9-12;
Wrestling 9-12; Ensembles 10
Aaron Conklin: Football 9; DECA 12
Meghann Corcoran: Volleyball 9; Track 9;
Ensembles 10-11
John Crawford: Speech/Debate 11-12; Spanish
Club 11-12
Scott Crepeau: Baseball 9; Basketball 9-12
(capt. 11-12); Football 9-12 (capt. 12);
NHS 11-12
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vs.
Couple
As Friday night approached, students faced the choice of hanging
with a crowd or pursuing a serious relationship. Although group
dating allowed individuals a chance to meet more people, one-on-
one dating provided couples with a more personal experience.
"I preferred group dating to one-on- |
one because when it was only two
people, the guy tried so hard to
impress the girl. It
was more fun in a
group, and the
pressure of being a
couple wasn't there. If something
went wrong, you were always with
your friends. I hung out in a group
of six to eight people, an even mix of
guys and girls. We went to Chicago, to
see movies or out to eat. One time we
were coming home from the beach and
the guys told us to get off at this one
exit. We ended up lost in Gary for an
hour. I freaked out and called my mom
to tell her I'd be late."
-Jackie Persic, senior
Mission Impossible
Deciding which movie to rent, seniors Jenny
Johnson and Jim Lemon read the back of Mission
Impossible. When the cold weather set in, the
couple cancelled their Jan. 10 plans to eat at their
favorite restaurant, Chili's, and opted for a quiet
evening at home instead.
"I didn't date around because you
couldn't get to know a person by
dating just anybody. It was hard to
combine friends and boyfriends
because it was hard
to agree on what to
do. We (Jim Lemon
and I) didn't do
crazy things like
party because if we got caught, we
wouldn't have been allowed to date.
We didn't want our privileges of being
together taken away. We went to the
movies or bowling at Stardust. We also
watched movies at each other's houses
and played pool in his basement.
When we first got together, I didn't
know what was going to happen. He
was busy with his father's illness, and
he was stressed out. I chose to stick
with it because if someone was that
young and could handle something
that big, I knew he had to have a big
heart . "
-Jenny Johnson, senior
Split
Opinions
Nicholas Cuban: Football 9
Peter Cullen: Speech and Debate 10-1 1
David L. Cullina
Rebecca Cushing: Spanish Club 1 1; Drama 12
Amit Dalai: Drama 9-10; Spanish Club 10-12
(pres. 12); German Club 9-12; French Club 9-10
Kathleen Daugherty
Robbie Patrick Della Roecu: Video Club 1 1-12
Catherine Marie DeMeyer: Musical 9-11;
Ensembles 12
Kyle Dempsey: Baseball 9-10, Football 9 12;
Basketball 9-12; CEC 9, 11
Nicholas John DeRosa: Football 9-12 (All
Conference 12); Wrestling 11; Track 11;
Basketball 9; Baseball 9-10; Student Govt. 9-10;
Principal's Advisory Team 9-10; Ensembles
10-11
Christiansen- DeRosa-157*
Cautious
vs.
Casual
While conscious students habitually locked their car doors,
carefree others took few precautions. Cellular phones, safety in
numbers and self-defense classes played an important role in
protecting careful students. Unlocked doors, late curfews and
wreckless behavior contrasted this sense of security.
"I was more carefree than I was
I conscious. I didn't lock my doors
"I always carried a cellular phone in
my purse wherever I went, even to the
grocery store. I called my parents from
wherever I was to
check in with them.
I because my car was so cheap. My aunt
I
Split
I was on the Board
of Directors for
Teens Encounter Christ (TEC), and
the meetings were usually long
distance, like Michigan City or
Portage. The meetings tended to run
late, and when I was driving home on
the expressway, I felt better knowing I
had my cellular phone and my doors
locked. Locking my car doors was a
nervous habit. They were always
locked. In fact, my lock button was
plastic, and it even cracked because I
was constantly pushing down on it to
lock the doors.
On weekends, when my friends and
I planned something big at night like
going to dances or to the movies, we
always made sure there was a big
group of both guys and girls going so
we would be protected."
-Angela Shearman, senior
Opinions
made trips to Chicago so it got beat
up and she never bothered to fix it.
My brother had the
car and then I got it
next. Only if I was
going to be out past
1:00, 1 would call
home. Otherwise, my parents didn't
care where I was. If I was out that late, I
was usually just driving around or at
someone's house watching a movie. I
knew I would always get back home
safely, so it didn't matter. Usually I was
in a group just because it was more fun.
I didn't mind being on my own though
because if I did something stupid there
was no one to laugh at me. That was
just the way I was."
-Cliff Carter, senior
Phone Home
Before heading home, Angela Shearman, senior,
cheeks in with her parents on her cellular phone.
Students often carried cellular phones when they
went out in case of an emergency.
Mehul D. Desai: Band 9-12 (Squad Leader
10-12, Section Leader 10-12); Jazz Band 10-12;
Wind Ensemble 10-12
Elaine Marie Deveney
Joshua S. Dilbeck: Football 11
Micah D. Dolatowski: Football 9; DECA 11-12
Mike Domasica: Football 9-12
Evelyn Dooley: Volleyball 9; Swimming 10-12
John Drillias: Track 9-11; German Club 10-12;
Golf 12; Football 11
Michael Dujmovic: DECA 11; Japanese Club 11
Elizabeth S. Eberhardt
Paul Economou: Football 9; German Club 9-12
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\
The
Cost
of
Protection
The Club: $36.99 - $46.99
Mace/ Pepper Spray: $6.99- $14.99
Body Alarms: $5.99 - $9.99
Cellular Phones: $19.99 - $99.99
(without service fees)
Self-Defense Classes: $70 per month
Sources: Target, Service Merchandise and
Hill Academy of Martial Arts
Snowbound
At the end of the day. Cliff Carter,
senior, scrapes snow off his 1988
Oldsmobile Delta. Students, like
Cliff, took few precautions when it
came to defense mechanisms.
Laura Ellen Ellingsen: Project X 9-10, 12;
SADD 10; Cross Country 10; Drama 9-11;
Spanish Club 11; Musical 12; Band 9 12; NHS
11-12
Jordan Feldman: Student Govt. 9; Speech 9;
CEC 10; Debate 10; NHS 11-12
David J. Fiegle: Football 9-12 leapt. 12, All
State 12); Baseball 9, Track 11-12
Samuel Fies: Swimming 9-11; Orchestra 9-11;
NHS 11-12; Musical 11
Rachel Elizabeth Fine: Spanish Club 10;
SADD 9-10; Project X 9-10; Drama 9
Renee Firrek: Cheerleading 9-10
Kelly Terese Florek: Spanish Club 10-11;
Tennis 10-12; NHS 11-12; Student Govt 12;
Speech/Debate 10-12; Speech/Debate Council
11-12 (treas. 12); NFL 11-12;
Cross Country 9-10
John Folta: Football 9-12; Basketball 9-12;
Track 11; DEC A 12
Barbara Anne Foreit: Project X 10; Art Club 10;
German Club 11-12; DECA 11-12
James Franklin
Desai- Frankiin-159*
Sarah Golonka: Student Govt. 9; CEC 10, 12;
Drama 9; Art Club 9-10; French Club 9
Michelle Gonzales: Soccer 10-12; Softball 10
Max Adam Goodman: Speech/ Debate 9-12
(Recording Secretary 11, Pres. 12); NFL 9-12;
Drama 9-12 (Pres. 12); Thespian 10-12 (Honor
Thespian 11-12); NHS 11-12; French Club 9-12
(tres. 11); Student Govt. 12
Michael D. Grady: Football 9; Swimming 9-11;
German Club 9-12 (vice-pres. 12); Drama 12;
Video Club 12; SADD 10
Julie Ann Gricus: Band 9; CEC 10; DECA 12;
Art Club 9-10
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January
Santiago R. Garcia IV: Basketball 9-12; Tennis
9-10; Track 10
Ember Garrett
Stan George: German Club 12
Ryan Glinski: Football 10-12; All State Defense
Doug Golko: German Club 11-12
VS.
J
une
While some seniors viewed high school as the time of their lives,
others jumped at the chance to get out while they could. Graduating
early offered opportunities for several students to get a head start on
college and their future. However, the majority of students chose to
remain in their comfortable surroundings for as long as time allowed.
Split
"I knew that I wanted to finish
school a semester early when I
realized that I needed only one more
credit in order to
graduate, and when
it seemed like some
of my friends
weren't going to graduate. I didn't
want any of them to hold me back. I
then decided to take Keyboarding
during summer school to get that
one credit. My decision helped me
achieve my goal faster, which was to
earn my CPA (an accounting degree)
at Calumet College in Whiting by the
year 2000. That was four years worth
of college in only three years. Even
though I left the school in January, I
still came back in June to graduate."
- Cindy Klus, senior
Opinions
"I wouldn't have missed my
senior year for anything. It was a
conglomeration of all the memories
that one student possesses from
elementary school on. The benefit
of waiting to gradu-
ate was that there
was a natural course
of time so one
wouldn't feel hurried or that they
missed something. The second
semester of your senior year was so
special; it was a countdown for
school and all those fond memories.
There was so little time to prepare
yourself for the good-byes to the
high school and to your college-
bound friends. I wouldn't have
traded that time for anything."
- A1 Song, senior
Straight Ahead
In her drafting class,
Erin Kenar, junior,
reads about geometric
shapes. Because of
zero hour classes and
college courses at
IUN, Erin graduated
in three years.
Top
Reasons
To
Graduate
Early
5.No more
feeling antsy
while sitting
through those
Advisory
assemblies
4.Most build-
ings regulate
temperature to
a comfortable
70 degree
setting
3.“Good morn-
ing Munster
High School,
and these are
your morning
announce-
ments....”
Enough said.
2.Two words:
college parties
I.Free of
asbestos
poisoning
warning signs
Working Girl
Holding the phone, Katie Moser,
senior, makes an appointment for a
customer. Katie worked cleaning
the tanning beds, working the
computers, answering the phone
and making appointments at
Eurotan during the second half of
the school day to earn credit in her
senior marketing class.
Richard Gross: Football 11; Student Trainer
11-12
Anuj D. Grover: Tennis 9-12; DECA 11-12;
Spanish Club 10
Tiffany Anne Gunning: Soccer 11; Drama
11-12; Musical 11-12; Ensemble 11-12; Speech/
Debate 12
Odette Gutierrez: Spanish Club 10-12; Track
9,12; Orchestra 9-12; Basketball 9 (capt. 9)
Adam Guzman
Heather Hamilton: Cheerleading 9 12 (capt.
12); Student Govt. 9; CEC 10-1 1; Musical 9-12;
Drama 9-12 (sec. 11); Ensembles 10; Thespian
10-12; NHS 11-12
Nick Haneman
Daniel Haney
Scott Hansen: Swimming 9-12; Diving 1 1 ,
German Club 11; Drama 9-10, 12
J. Michael Harbison: Track 9-10; Basketball
9-11; Ensembles 9-12; Musical 9-12; NHS 11-12;
Drama 10-12
Garcia-Harbison-1 61*
mm
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■
Brad Hedman: Art Club 9
Kelly Hendry: Volleyball 9-12; Basketball 9-12
(capt. 12); Softball 9-12
Bradley Hensley
Jennifer Lenore Hermann: Band 9-12; French
Club 9-11; Wind Ensemble 11-12; German
Club 12; Woodwind Ensemble 11-12; Video
Club 12; Project X 9-11; SADD 9-11; Drama 9-12;
Track 12
Heather Higgins: Basketball 9; German Club
10-12
Meghan Hart
Samuel Robert Hauter: Band 9-12; Drama
Club 11
Kelli Elaine Hayes: Tennis 9-10, 12 (1st Team
All State, captain 12)
Nicholas Hecimovich: Soccer 10-12
Stephen A. Hedges: Football 9; Baseball 9-12;
German Club 9-12
Able
vs.
Helpless
Relationships with parents varied from student to student. While
some individuals enjoyed freedom and acting for themselves, others
often relied on their parents for transportation, money and advice.
Whatever the circumstance, students took advantage of the depen-
dent or independent qualities that they possessed.
I
“I couldn't get around by myself
unless I walked. If I needed to go
somewhere, my parents took me. My
mom drove me to
school and picked
me up after school
because she needed the car to go to
work. Even if I had my license I
couldn't have driven to school. I
had had my permit since the summer
after my sophomore year, but I didn't
enjoy driving. There were too many
crazies out there. I didn't mind
getting rides from her. I enjoyed
spending time with her. We were
always very rushed, so driving with
her gave us a time to talk. My parents
paid for things like school stuff and
clothes, but I paid for extra things
since I babysat and taught private
cello lessons for extra money. I knew
that many other kids dismissed what
their parents thought, but I valued
my parents decisions."
-Marjorie Roades, senior
Opinions
"I did everything on my own. I bought
! all of my stuff including everything in
' my room and my car, including my
J repairs. I provided things 1 needed
for myself. I worked all during high
school at the Briar
Ridge Country Club
and for the school. I
didn't need permis-
sion for anything I did, except I just had
to tell my parents what I was doing. I
made all of my own choices. I could've
just jumped in my car and gone to South
Bend or something if I wanted to. Inde-
pendence gave me more freedom than
other people in school. A lot of people
were in their own bubble, so that was a
rude awakening for them next year."
-J.J. Pestikas, senior
Pump it up
Without the need to depend on his parents for
money or transportation, J.J. Pestikas, senior, fills
his gas tank to the top at the Marathon station a few
blocks from the school. J.J.'s personal car and a
means of making money allowed him to take
advantage of his freedom.
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Family Favors
“They threw me a surprise 18th birthday
party which shocked me. Every one of my
15 closest friends had been contacted by
my mom.”
-Andy Sterner, senior
“When I turned 14, my mom got a limo for
me and picked my friends and I up from
school. I had no idea.”
-Melisa Benavente, senior
“In 3rd grade I won an art award, and my
parents came to school to congratulate me
in the middle of class. It was kind of embar-
rassing, but it was cool.”
-Zal Bilimoria, freshman
“They cleaned my room when I went on
vacation. Then I couldn’t find anything.”
-Janice Tsai, senior
Carpool
Relying on each other, juniors Margaret Taylor
and Liz Anzur enter Margaret's car after school
Friends often depended on one another other for
rides. Besides companionship and conversation,
friends provided each other with transportation.
Hitting the sack
A prepacked bag lunch wins out over the
cafeteria food for Caryn Kobe, senior, during the
A lunch period while Stacy Bulan, senior,
chooses a school lunch. Students often depended
on their parents to prepare their meals. These
students found the items packed by their parents
more appetizing than the food dished out onto
the cafeteria lunch trays.
Shawn R. Higgins: Football 9-12;
Wrestling 9-10
Kenneth Hofmann
Brad Hoge: Football 9; Soccer 9-12
Brandon Wells Holtz: Debate 9-12; NFL 9-12;
Aquarium Club 10; Drama 11; German Club
9-10
Pamela Lynn Hugus: Drama Club 9-10; Coffee
House 10; DECA 12; French Club 9
Kevin Hunt: Wrestling 9-12 (capt. 12); Debate
10; Spanish Club 10; Student Govt. 12
Tam Huynh: Band 12; Track 12
Andrea Illingworth: Tennis 1 1-12; Orchestra
9-12
Rebecca Jacob: Volleyball 9-12 (capt. 12 , All
State 11-12); DECA 11
Jessica Jagadich: Swimming 9-11; Track 9-12;
MTO 9-11; Spanish Club 10; Project X 9
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Monday
Mellow vs. Madness
7:40 a.m. in seat for class
7:52 a.m. arrive at school
Advisory do Tuesday’s
Advisory finish 3rd hour
work
work
10:05 a.m. arrive at
10:10 a.m. tardy to 3rd
third hour
hour
Lunch study ahead
Lunch do 5th hour
project
3:30 p.m. start work
4:10 p.m. late to practice
10 p.m. go to sleep
10:30 p.m. start homework
Early Bird
First to arrive in his math class, Sam Fies,
senior, waits for other students. Some
students got to class early in order to avoid
detentions, while others raced in late.
Last Words
Socializing in the Commons during passing
period, seniors Jennifer Triana, Elizabeth
Wickland and Heather Hamilton talk
instead of walking to class.
Marianne A. Javate: Project X 12; Spanish Club
10
Danielle Marie Jayjack: Flags 9; Basketball 9;
Volleyball 9-10; Softball 9-12
Jenny Jay Johnson: Volleyball 9; Basketball 9;
Band 9-10; Drama 11-12
Steven L. Johnson: Football 9; Soccer 9-12
(capt.12)
Sara Jones: Crier 12; French Club 9-10; Drama
10-11
David Kaegebein: Band 9-12; Quill and Scroll
11-12; NHS 11-12; Paragon, Crier photographer
11-12
Matt Kamboures: Football 10-12 (Letterman
and 1st Team All Conference)
Jimmy G. Karalis: German Club 10-12; Spanish
Club 10-11
Lisa Karulski
Jim Katsinis: Spanish Club 10-11; German
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Tardy
vs.
i
Prompt
Split
Hit with senioritis long before the end of the second semester,
affected seniors struggled to pay attention in class long enough to
hear the day's lecture. Lost in dreams of graduation, seniors
struggled to keep their minds clear long enough to finish delayed
projects before their due date. On the other hand, diligent upper-
classmen battled through their final semester with notebooks in
hand ready for the next assignment, quiz or test.
"Before turning in assignments, I j "When I got home after school, I
always asked the teacher if we could ' usually took about an hour just
turn it in late. Homework didn't play a I relaxing; it was nice to unwind after a
huge role in my life I hectic day of classes. Then I did
my homework while listening to
music, CDs, the
radio, whatever -
just so long as I
had something
there to keep me
going. I worked on homework until 1
went to bed, and 1 usually woke up
early to finish it. Even though home-
work was pretty boring, I made sure
to get it done so I did not fall behind
in my classes. I tried to avoid
senioritis so that I was not stuck trying
to finish everything at the last minute.
I was certain I was on time for club
meetings and various appointments. I
did that so I did not miss anything. I
hated waiting for other people, and I
did not want them to wait for me."
Heather Shutko, senior
after 3 p.m. The
word 'homework'
scared me so much
that I tried to avoid it if possible.
The biggest project I had ever
avoided was in first semester. I was
supposed to write a paper for Sociol-
ogy about my family. I assumed that it
would take a few hours. I started at 10
p.m. Through the night I stayed awake
with my best friend on the phone until
5 a.m. I missed school to continue
writing, but I came to school for sixth
hour. It was the worst experience of my
life. Everything in my life has been
procrastinated. Regardless, I would
have loved to have been punctual.
Doing everything on time would have
given me the most satisfaction ever."
Elizabeth Villalobos, senior
Opinions
Club 11; Golf 9-12
Kimberly L. Kelly: DECA 11-12
Rosalie D. Kime: Diving 9-12; DFC A 11-12
(pres. 12); French Club 9-11
Kathleen L. Kinnis: Volleyball 9-10; CEC 11;
Spanish Club 11; DECA 12
Cynthia Irene Klus: Flags 9; Student Govt. 9;
SADD 9-10; Project X 9-10, Drama 9-12; Spanish
Club 10; Swimming 10
Cindy Knapik
Caryn Kobe: Volleyball 9-10; German Club 11-
12
Steven Alex Kress: Band 9-12; Drama 9-12;
German Club 9-12; Musical 11-12
Vijay Krishnamoorthy; Nl IS 11-12; Tennis 9-12;
Crier 11-12 (Managing Ed. 12); ACC 9-12; French
Club 9-12; Orchestra 9-12; Quill and Scroll 12
(vice-pres. 12)
Alexandra Ann Kruczek: Flags 9-12 (capt. 11);
Drama 9-12; Art Club 9-10 Project X 9-12; French
Club 9-12; Soccer 10-1 1
Erin Krull: Swimming 9-11; Ensembles 10;
Javate-Krull-165 B
With the administration cracking down on the number of excused
absences, students chose between fighting the battle against sore
throats, headaches and upset stomachs at school or killing them off
at home. Struggling to stay within the five day limit, sick students
suffered through the day with Kleenex in hand, while others played
it safe in bed. High piles of missed work influenced students deci-
sions to stay home or to tough it out at school.
"When I got sick, I got really sick.
Whatever 1 got went straight to bronchi- |
tis, strep throat or really high fevers. My |
parents made me stay
home since I got so
sick. They figured
that I would get better faster if 1
stayed in bed. I'd have gotten
sicker and more run down if I
went to school. They would have rather
I missed school and tried to get rid of
the sickness before it progressed. I slept,
read, drank gallons of cranberry juice,
and hoped to get well. Once, I had
missed so much school that a teacher
called home, concerned that I was
falling behind. Even though I was sick a
lot, I always managed to get it all
completed in the time my teachers gave.
The absence rules were a problem. 1
still had college interviews to attend, but
I was sick so much this year."
-Katie Brown, senior
"Basically, my parents made me go
to school everyday unless I was really
sick. I didn't like missing school,
friends or gossip. If I missed tests
and work, it all became over-
whelming to make
everything up in a
short amount of time.
I was too involved
with activities to find a day to make
up missed work. The formula to cope
through a day was Kleenex, cough
drops, Aspirin, and complaining. It
made me feel better to whine about
being sick. I wanted to make my
sickness just as miserable for others as
it was for me. I got a lot of colds, but
none that were bad enough to cause
me to stay home.
1 didn't miss enough days of school
to worry about the absence rule. I
didn't even know what it was."
-Max Goodman, senior
Split
Opinions
Angela S. Kubacki:VollevKill 4-12;
Basketball 4-10
Ellen Kucharski: Basketball 4-11;
Volleyball 10; Drama 4, 12; French
Club 4, 12; NHS 11-12
Michael T. Kunst
Erin Lane: Spanish Club 10; DECA 11-12;
Paragon 11-12 (Design Ed. 12)
Mark Lasota: Football 11-12; Track 10-11;
Spanish Club 10-12; German Club 12;
Drama Club 12
Robert Lcarv: Swimming 4
lames Lemon: Football 4-12; DECA 10-11;
Spanish Club 10-11
Roger Lee Luna: Band 4-12; Track 4-12 (capt.
12); Crier 12 (Sports Ed. 12)
Allison Marie Mack: Soccer 10-12; Spanish
Club 10-12;
Eileen Mapalad: Spanish Club 10-11; Tennis 4-
12; German Club 12; Drama 4; Ensembles 10
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Home Sick
When I was sick, I laid on my couch and tried
to make everyone feel sorry for me. When that
didn’t work, I would count the ceiling tiles.
John Boyle, senior
When I was sick, I wanted my mommy. That
was the only person I wanted. She was the
only one who made me feel better.
Mary Spomar, freshman 55
Called Off
Sick in bed, Pete Cullen, senior,
talks on the phone to catch up on
news from a missed day of school
and drinks juice. Students deter-
mined if the degree of their sickness
was worth staying home or if it was
more to their advantage to suffer
through a day at school.
Temperature Control
Sitting in the nurse's new office,
Paul Economou, senior, waits as
Nurse Mary Auburn takes his
temperature. Students who
struggled through the school day
while sick often borrowed cough
drops from friends or visited the
nurse to alleviate discomfort.
Michael Markovich: 1979 19%
Nicholas Marmelejo: Band 9
Andy Martin: Muscial 10-12; NHS 1112,
Marching Band 9-12; Pep Band 9-12; Jazz Band
10-11; Wind Ensemble 10-12
Bonny Martin
Doug Maruszczak
Meghan Elizabeth Matthews: Orchestra 9-12;
Musical 9-12; Drama 11-12; Thespian 11-12;
NHS 11-12; French Club 9, 11-12
John McCullough
Ryan A. McNeil: Swimming 9-10; French Club
9-12 (pres. 12); NHS 11-12; Student Govt. 11;
CEC 12; Drama 9-12; Thespian 11-12; ACC 12
Suzana Mijailovic: French Club 10-12 (vice-
pres. 12); DECA 11
Charles D. Miller Spanish Club 9-11, Drama
9-11
Kubacki-Miller-167 B
Face the Facts
With her advisor Mrs. Mary Yorke,
English Department chairperson.
Tiffany Gunning, senior, reviews her
first semester grades. While some
students rushed home to hide report
cards from parents, others openly
discussed their grades regardless of
disappointing results.
Check Point
Monitoring student traffic through
the Commons, Mr. Brent Barton,
special education teacher, stops Phil
Nelson, senior, and checks his late
pass to Advisory. Passless students
invented spontaneous reasons for
wandering the halls like trying out
the new bathrooms in North.
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Kurt Miller
Tatum Bree Miller: Poms 10-12 (capt. 11-12);
Student Govt. 10-12 (sec. 11); NHS 11-12;
Musical 10-12; Spanish Club 10-11;
Speech/Debate 9-10; Ensembles 10;
Homecoming Court 12
Gina Marie Mirabelli: French Club 9-10;
DECA 11-12; German Club 12
Jonathan Mohr
Michael Morgan: Football 9-12; Baseball 9-10;
NHS 11-12; Wrestling 12
Mary Catherine Moser: CEC 9-12; Softball 9;
DECA 11-12
Joseph Mroz: Basketball 9; Baseball 9-12
John Mulcahy: Diving 10-12; French Club 9-10;
Speech/Debate 10; SADD 10
Greg Nadolski: Football 9-10; Speech 9, 11-12;
Debate 9-12
Jim Nelson: Swimming 9-12 (capt. 12); Diving
9-12; Ensembles 9-10
Believe It Or Not
/ f We had this 100 point project due in stage-
m " craft, and this one student said his house
blew up. I started laughing, and he said, ‘No,
it’s true. My house really did blow up, and I
lost everything.’ I continued to disbelieve
him until I went home and saw on the news
that his house really had blown up. I learned
to trust my students.
Mrs. Renee Kouris, English teacher J5
Alibis
VS.
Honesty
With the possibility of avoiding punishment, students fabricated
stories to stay out of trouble but risked getting caught in their lies.
Still, others chose to stick with the truth and face the consequences.
Excuses proved an escape for sneaky students. Unfortunately, the
easy-way-out often backfired as one lie led to another, and the
repercussions grew increasingly more severe.
Split
"I chose to tell the truth because 1
knew that I'd get caught lying if 1 made
[ up an excuse, and then I would have
felt guilty. I thought it was better to
tell the truth because people had
more trust in you if you were
honest; then they
knew you didn't lie.
Opinions
“Sometimes I made up excuses so
that I didn't get in trouble. If I didn't
have my homework, I told my teachers
I left it in my locker
or in my car. If they
believed it was in
my car, they
couldn't let me go to my car, so I had
until the end of the day to turn it in.
If I was late getting home, I told
my parents that I got caught by a train
or fell asleep at someone's house. If I
was in Illinois, I said it was long
distance to call. If I got caught lying,
my parents took my truck away or
threatened to take away my insurance.
Once I got pulled over in Chicago
for speeding, and I told the officer that I
wasn't familiar with the area and I
didn't know the speed limit. He didn't
believe me, but another time I got
caught speeding and I said I was
rushing because my dad had to use the
truck for work even though my dad
had his own car. He believed me then."
-Jeff Perz, senior
Being truthful in
situations formed a
better relationship with my parents and
with my teachers. I thought it was
better to always be honest and not lie
or make up excuses because eventually
you got caught.
My freshman year I used to ditch
French class, and I would tell the
teacher that my brother's car didn't
start. She pretended to buy it, but she
caught me at the end of the year. I liked
to tell the truth to be on the safe side,
and I chose not to ditch anymore.
I thought people who made excuses
were just trying to cheat their way out
of getting themselves in trouble."
-Tiffany Gunning, senior
Phillip Nelson
Mike Newman
Kris Nichol: Crier 11; German Club 12
Melinda Renee Nicholas: Volleyball 9;
Basketball 9; CEC 9-12 (treas. 11, vice-pres 12);
NHS 11-12; Spanish Club 10
Timothy Nosich: Golf 9-12
John-Paul Nowak: Ensembles 9-10; Football
9-12; Track 9-12
Michael R. O'Brien: Drama 12; Japanese Club
11; Golf 10, 12; Band 9-12
Chrissy Obion: Drama 9-11; SADD 9 10; Flags
9-10; Spanish Club 1 1
Kavitha Pai: CEC (sec. 9); Student Govt. 10-12;
Swimming Manager 10-11; Drama 10-11;
Thespian 11-12; Spanish Club 10-12 (treas. 11,
pres. 12); Ensembles 10-12; Musical 9, 11-12;
Speech/Debate 9-12 (treas. 11, sec. 12); NFL
9-12; NHS 11-12 (vice-pres. 12); Orchestra 9-12
Elizabeth Paik
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Grades—
“^Dollars
As the bell rang at 2:45 p.m., students headed in their own direc-
tion out of the chaotic parking lot. Working seniors rushed home to
change into their uniforms and hurried to their after-school jobs.
Some seniors, who focused on academics, journeyed to club meet-
ings and team practices. Seniors received a choice on becoming more
responsible and independent to prepare for obstacles later in life.
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'I worked at my dad's appliance
store, Maruszczak Appliances Inc. on
Calumet. I worked to
have extra money,
help my dad out and
to save money for
“I decided that
work was not one
of my top priori-
ties. I was in-
volved in too many extra
curriculars, like Poms, Student
Government, Musical and I tutored
for NHS, so I didn't have enough
time left for a job. I worked over the
summer babysitting to pay for Poms'
camp and everything else I needed,
but the majority of the money I
earned went into the bank. I liked this
kind of job because I like kids and it
wasn't stressful. I couldn't have
handled a job during the school year,
though. Most of my free time was
spent catching up on sleep, and I
definitely needed my weekends to
relax and finish homework I should
have completed during the school
week. If I ever really needed money, I
used the money I saved over the
summer or I helped out around the
house for a few extra dollars."
-Tatum Miller, senior
college. I didn't really
pick this job. My dad needed help, and
he realized I was good at it. I had been
around it since I was young. So, really it
was just there. I mostly did deliveries of
appliances or installation and service.
Working taught me a lot about responsi-
bility, money management and saving. I
saved most of the money I earned but
used some of it. I did not use it until I
really needed something. I didn't want
to burn a whole in my pocket, so I
usually saved and didn't spend.
-Doug Maruszczak, senior
On the Ball
After school, Kris Nichol, senior, hands a rack of
balls to Candice Clarke, senior, after she pays him
for a game of pool at Fat's Billiards in Griffith.
Seniors took on added responsibilities after their
school activities to help them learn to rely on
themselves financially for future life.
Jennifer Marie Pallay: Paragon 11-12 (Student
Life Asst. 11, Ed. -in-chief 12); Quill and Scroll
11-12; Drama 9-10
Biljana Pamucar: French Club 10-11; DECA 10-
11; Drama 9
Kyu-Sik Park: Tennis 9-12 (All State 11-12, All
Conference 11-12, capt. 12, State Finalist 11-12);
Golf 9-12 (All Conference 11); NHS 9-12;
German Club 9-12
William Parker: Swimming 9
Jayme Parr: Band 9-12; Student Govt. 9-10;
Drama 9-12; Thespian 11-12; NHS 11-12;
Mike Patelis: Baseball 9-12; Football 9; DECA
11-12; German Club 9-12
Heather Leigh Patterson: Poms 9-12 (capt. 12);
Ensembles 10; Orchestra 9-10; Spanish Club 10
Dustin Pawola
Jacqueline Susan Persic: Track 10, 12; SADD 9;
Drama 9-11; Cross Country 10-11 (capt. 11);
Flags 9; Project X 9; DECA 11-12; Spanish Club
11-12; German Club 12
Jeffrey Michael Perz: Speech/Debate 9;
Swimming 9; Wrestling 10; Spanish CLub 9-10;
German Club 12
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Working Woes
"I worked at Stardust Bowl and some
40-year old man got sick for some
reason and vomited all over the bowl-
ing ball. He let it go and it rolled down
the lane, and I was left to clean up the
ball and the entire lane."
— Joe Skurka, senior
"I worked at my dad's office as the
dental cleaner-upper guy. Some guy,
who was about 35 years old, had a
panic attack in the chair. It was rough. It
was an actual medical panic attack, so I
had to talk to him, so he wouldn't
destroy the place. His mom was there
and she said I did a better job than the
psychiatrist."
— Paul Economou, senior
8 across 3 down
While watching her nephew,
Melissa Bartok, senior, takes a
break to play a crossword puzzle
on the couch. Seniors who didn't
have jobs focused on other
responsibilities to fulfill for their
lives, school or families.
John-James Pestikas: Football 9; Drama 9-12;
Thespian 11-12; Musical 9-12
Wayne Phaup: Video Club 9-12 (vice pres. 11,
pres. 12); German Club 9-11; Ensembles 11-12;
japaneseClub 11; SADD 11; NHS 11-12
Jeremy Piniak: Cross Country 9-12; Track 9-12;
NHS 11-12; Crier 11-12; Quill and Scroll 11-12
Allison Doe Porch: Paragon 11-12 (Clubs Ed.
11, Associate Ed. 12); NHS 11-12; Quill and
Scroll 1 1-12; Musical 9-11; Spanish Club 10;
Principal's Advisory Team 10-11
Gabriel S. Porras: Cross Country 9-12 (capt.
12); Track 9-12; Band 9-12 ( Section Leader 12);
NHS 11-12; Drama 9-11; Thespians 9-12;
JapaneseClub 10-11 (vice-pres. 11); Spanish
Club 10-11; German Club 10-12; SADD 9;
Swimming 9; Aquarium Club 9-10
Bryant Potteet: Football 11-12; Baseball 11-12;
Japanese Club 1 1
Nancy A. Pudlo: Basketball 9; Spanish Club 10;
Swimming Manager 10-11; NHS 11-12;
Principal's Award for Excellence 1 1
Tarek Rahmany: German Club 9-12
Bradley Rathert: Football 9; Video Club 11-12
Joseph Reidelbach: Football 9 12; Track 11;
Basketball 9
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Queen ,
vs.
President
While some students found it hard to decide whether to watch
Frasier or Home Improvement on Tuesdays, others gave their thoughts
to the happenings of the world and its deeper political issues. Some
liked the American way of governing, but others, admiring different
countries' systems of law making, thought the U.S. government
could use a few changes. For seniors, the 1996 election, containing
many controversial topics, proved to have two opposing sides.
"If I had a choice, I would not have
voted for anyone. The English had the
system all worked out with a queen and
a prime minister.
We should have had
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two people in
power acting as
president too, maybe a Republi-
can and a Democrat together.
They could have fought over the issues
and come to a compromise. I couldn't
vote in the last election, but at the time I
would have voted for Clinton simply
because of the abortion issue. The gov-
ernment had no right to tell a woman
what she could or could not do to her
body. After the election I wouldn't have
vote for Clinton, though. He thought he
was above the law or something. He
always did totally illegal things, and he
got away with them all the time too. I
didn't agree with the way that worked. "
-Barbara Clay, senior
Opinions
"If you weren't under age and you
didn't vote, you had no right to complain
about problems. Even kids had a voice in
the government. The president didn't
"1 care about the present like he did
about the future. I would've voted for
Perot, but I wasn't old
enough. I wondered
about Clinton's ethics,
and Dole was just way too old . I was more
Republican than I was Democratic, but I
had my own views. There were certain
situatioAs that required more consider-
ation than a yes or no answer. The gov-
ernment abused its power, but it was an
aspect of American life."
-Chris Boudi, senior
Crowd Appeal
With shouts of "Four more years! " the crowd
shows approval of President Bill Clinton's plan to
raise the minimum wage. This Michigan City stop
on his Whistle Stop Tour brought the election
close to home and heightened interest in politics.
Doug Reppen: Band 9-10; Jazz Band 9-10
Marjorie Roades: Drama 9-12 (treas. 12);
French Club 9-12; Thespian 9-12; Orchestra
9-12; Chamber Orchestra 12; Musical 9-12
Robert Roberson
Aaron Roquena: Video Club 10-12
Jennifer Rosenthal: Speech/Debate 9; Poms
9-11; DEC A 11-12 (Historian 12)
William Rosevear
Kelly Alise Rothschild: Cheerleading 9-12 (capt.
9, 12); CEC 9-12 (pres. 9-10, vice pres. 11, treas.
12); Ensembles 10-11; Musical 10-12; Principal's
Award for Excellence 11; NHS 11-12; Speech 9-10;
NFL 9; Thespian 11-12; Quill and Scroll 11-12;
Paragon 11-12 (Copy Ed. 12); Drama Club 11;
Spanish Club 10; Homecoming Court 12
Rebecca M. Rueth: Soccer 10-12; Drama Club 9;
French Club 9-10, 12; Project X 9
Dave Rybicki: Football 9-12; Baseball 9-12
Megan Lee Safko: Cheerleading 9-10; Spanish
Club 10-11; Track 9-12 (capt. 12)
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Registered Voter
Taking time out of his usual
Advisory activities Rich Maurer,
junior, fills in the circle next to Ross
Perot Nov. 4 Mr. Doug Fix’s AP
Government classes sponsored the
school-wide election as part of the
Department of Education Indiana
Kid's Election to elevate the interest
of students in the 19% election.
Students matched the national
results, with 41.5 percent electing
Bill Clinton for another four years.
Raul Salinas: Debate 9-1 1 ; ACT] 9-12; Wres-
tling 10-12; Spanish Club 10-12; Ensembles 11
Tami-Rac Marie Sands: Volleyball 9; DKCA 12
Allison Renay Samecki: Track 10-12; Spanish
Club 10-11; Drama 9
Jill Savage: Volleyball 9; Drama 9; Student
Govt. 10; CEC 9, 11-12; SADD 10-11 (pres. 10);
Poms 11; NHS 11-12; Softball 9-12
Rita Ann Schmid: Soccer 10-12; Musical 10;
Ensembles 10; Debate 10-11; Student Govt. 10;
Quill and Scroll 11-12; Paragon 11-12 (Manag-
ing Ed. 12); Track 9; Spanish Club 10; CEC 1 1
Derek Steven Serna: Track 9-12; Cross Country
Kunal G. Shah: Speech 9-12; Debate 10-12;
NHS 11-12; ACC 11-12 (vice pres. 12)
Ricky B. Shah: Band 9-12; Jazz Band 10-12;
Wind Ensembles 10-11; Speech 9; Spanish Club
10-11; SADD 9; Project X 9; NHS 11-12
Tejal Shah: Speech 9-12 (council 11); ACC 9-11;
NFL 9-12; Musical 9-12; Orchestra 9-12; Tennis
9-12; Spanish Club 9-12; SADD 9-11 (pres. 11);
Ensembles 10,12; Drama 11-12; NHS 11-12;
Thespian 11-12; CEC 12
Angela Marie Shearman: NHS 11-12; Track
9- 10; Spanish Club 10-12; Debate 9-12; NFL
10- 12; Drama Club 9-12; Thespian 11-12
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Early to Rise
Catching up on the sleep she missed
out on the night before, Katie
Woodrick, senior, rests on the deck
of the pool before afternoon practice
begins. The girls' swim team needed
to arrive at school by 5:45 a.m.,
earlier than most other students, for
practice every morning in order to
improve their times.
The Buzz
“My alarm was set for 6:1 1 a.m.,
but my mom woke me up every
morning at 7:05 a.m. Whatever
time I wanted to get up, I set my
alarm for an hour earlier, and I
was on time.”
-Jim Yannokopolous, senior
“When I had something really
important I had to wake up for, I
set my five alarms all around my
room - each one a minute apart.
By the time all of them went off,
and I was running around the
room trying to turn them all off, I
should have been wide awake.”
-Christine O’Shea, sophomore
Omar Sheriff: Basketball 9-10; Football 9-10;
Tennis 11-12; Track 11-12; Spanish Club 9-12
(vice pres. 12); German Club 12; NHS 11-12
Megan Kimberly Shideler: Band 9-12;
Japanese Club 10
Matthew David Shike: Marching Band 9-12;
German Club 9-12 (sec. 12); NHS 11-12; Wind
Ensemble 10-12; Jazz Band 9-12; Musical pit 9-
10, 12; Cross Country 10-12
Heather Shutko: Drama 9-12; Thespian 11-12;
Spanish Club 10-12; NHS 11-12 (sec. 12);
Japanese Club 10-11 (sec. 10-11); ACC 11-12
Joe Skurka: Soccer 10-12; Wrestling 9-12
Bradley J. Slater: Video Club 9-12 (pres. 10-12);
ACC 10-12; NHS 11-12; German Club 10-12;
Japanese Club 1 1 ; SADD 1 1
Rosalyn Sliva
Jennifer Rose Sliwa: Volleyball 9-12 (capt. 9-
10, 12); Basketball 9-10; Track 11-12; NHS 11-12;
Spanish Club 11; Ensembles 10-11
Derek Smith: German Club 9-12; Wrestling 9-
10, 12; Principal's Advisory Team 11;
Football 9; Spanish Club 10
Justin Smith
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vs.
Sunset
s
unrise
While some students took extravagant measures in order to get
up in the morning, others relied on the night time to complete their
unfinished tasks. Through multiple alarm clocks, caffeine or blasting
radios, students found their own \pays to avoid sleep or embrace it.
I
"Since I usually got home at 8 p.m.
on weekdays because of extra-
curriculars, I didn't get to bed until
11:30 p.m. or mid-
night. Since I had
three honors classes.
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my homework took half the night
to finish. It was easier to do my
homework later because the day's
troubles were over with, and my
mind was clearer. I could actually
concentrate. I found it hard to wake up
at 5:30 a.m. every morning for Project
Bio. I had a double alarm so that I
didn't sleep in. On weekends, I never
got to sleep because of Debate on
Saturday, and church on Sunday. The
latest I ever got to sleep in was 8:30
a.m. because of church."
-Stacy Bulan, senior
Hello Kitty
While working on her A.P. Biology homework.
Heather Shutko, senior, gets distracted by her cat
Taffy. "I usually went to bed at 9 p.m. and woke
up at 2 a.m. to do my homework," Heather said.
Opinions
"Nothing was ever able to keep me
awake at night. I would try drinking
I coffee or exercising. I hoped that it
would keep me up to study or to
do whatever I needed to do, but I
would always end
up falling asleep by
10 p.m. at the latest.
I went to bed so
early because I could never concentrate
on anything when I was really tired.
Because I went to bed so early at night,
waking up early was never a problem
for me. As soon as my alarm went off, I
was out of bed and ready to start my
day. I needed to get up by 5:20 a.m.
every weekday morning for Project Bio.
On weekends, I never got enough sleep
because of work at 6 a.m. or church at 8
a.m. Even if I had no real reason to
wake up early, I always liked to so that
I could get more things accomplished
during the day and get all of my
hassles out of the way."
-Heidi Stout, senior
Justin R. Smith: Tennis 9-12; Spanish Club 11
Lisa Marie Smundin: Art Club 9-10; Drama 9,
12; Flags 9-11 (capt. 11)
Hill Son
Albert Song: Football 9-12 (All Conference,
Academic All State); Soccer 9, 12; Drama 11-12;
Spanish Club 10-12 (vice pres. 11-12); Student
Govt. 11-12 (vice pros. 11-12); NHS 11-12;
Ensembles 10-12
Diane Patricia Sopata
Vidal Soto: Swimming 9 1 1
John Spence: Track 11-12; Ensembles 10;
German Club 12; ACC 12; Speech/Debate 12
Kristy L. Steele: Track 9
Andrew Sterner: Tennis 9-12 (co-capt. 12);
Principal's Award for Excellence 10; German
Club 10-12; NHS 11-12 (treas. 12); Basketball 9;
Golf 9-10; Drama 10; Speech/Debate 9-11; NFL
9-11; Musical 10-11
Melissa Stokes: French Club 9-10; Track 10;
DECA 12
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Cluttered
vs.
Organized
Whether color coordinating their notebooks to their folders or
sifting through the depths of their backpacks for a missing crumpled
up assignment, students decided how much tidiness they needed in
their lives. Organization transcended outside of school into homes
as cleaning out closets and dusting television screens contrasted
with tossing dirty clothes on the floor and leaving cups in the sink.
"Even though others considered me
a slob, I didn't. 1 never wanted to be
neat because I was too lazy to take the
time to try and be
organized. I didn't
see a need for it. My
disorganization
ended up hurting me in school
because I'd lose my homework, and I
would find it two days later crumbled
up in my bag. I refused to use folders
because I could never find which folder
I put what in. I found it easier to flip
through all the papers in my bag. It
took me longer than what it would take
a neat person, but at least I would find
what I needed. I always saved things
thinking that I might need them in the
future. I found a place for everything. I
knew where all of my stuff was. I
might have been a slob with it all, but
at least I could handle it. It was every-
one else that couldn't. "
- Jeremy Piniak, senior
I didn't really consider myself a
' neat freak, but I did consider myself
| very organized. School and work were
the only things that I worried about
being organized for. I worked as a
secretary, so it was
impossible for me to
be sloppy and
confused. In re-
placement of my
notes in my classes, I would make
outlines instead of jotting down ran-
dom phrases. They were then quicker
to follow and easier to interpret. I kept
an assignment notebook and wrote
down all of my homework and the
books I needed to bring home that
night. I would then keep those books
with me in my bag throughout the
entire day. I tried to stay organized so
that I wouldn't forget important things
and fall behind in my work. I wanted to
make sure that I got everything done."
- Nancy Pudlo, senior
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Opinions
Heidi Marie Stout: NHS 11-12; Spanish Club
11-12; Volleyball 9-10; Basketball 9-10; Softball
9, 11-12; Orchestra 9-11
Cheryl Lynn Streeter: Art Club 9-10;
Project X 10
Thomas Swanson: Football 9-11
Bryan Szyper: Project X 12
Lisa Tabion: Cross Country 9-10; Track 9-10,
12; CEC 9-12; NHS 11-12; Ensembles 10; Crier
11-12 (Advertising Manager 11, Design Ed. 12)
Kurt Terandy
Denise JeannetteTrelinski: Swimming 9-12
(capt. 12); Basketball 9; Drama 9-12; French
Club 10-11; SADD 10-11
Andrew C. Trgovich: Baseball 9-11; Basketball
9- 10; DECA 12
Jennifer Marie Triana: NHS 11-12; Ensembles
10- 11; Cheerleading 9-12; Musical 11; Student
Govt. 11-12; Homecoming Princess 10
Janice Y. Tsai: Speech/Debate 9-12 (council 10-
11); NFL 9-12; Drama 9-12; Thespian 10-12;
Spanish Club 10-12; Musical 9-12; Track 10-12;
Cross Country 12 (Manager); Chamber
Orchestra 12; Orchestra 9-12
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Wrinkle Free
To keep her clothes neat and in
order, Jenny Triana, senior, irons
after school. Many students found
that organization helped them
maintain order in school as well as
in life.
John Wasem: Basketball 9-11; Football 10;
Baseball 10-12; Golf 9; Ensembles 10-12;
Musical 10-12; German Club 11;
David Week: Drama 11-12 (vice pres. 12); NH
11-12; NFL 9-12; Speech/Debate 9-12 (vice
pres. 12); Cross Country 10; German Club 12;
Thespian 11-12; Track 9; Musical 11-12;
National Merit Semifinalist 12
Michael Weichman: Soccer 9-12 (capt. 12);
Spanish Club 10
Lynn Marie Westerfield: Band 9-12
Elizabeth Wickland: Cheerleading 9-12; NHS
11-12; Musical 9-12; Ensembles 11; Band 9-10
Breeanna Urbanowicz: Band 10-12
Fernando Urzua: Soccer 9 - 12 . Spanish
Club 10-11; ACC 9-11; SADD 10;
German Club 9; Japanese Club 10-1 1
Jocelyn Ann Vanderhoek: Cross
Country 9; Softball 9-11; Soccer 11-12;
German Club 12
Elizabeth GenevieveVillalobos:
Spanish Club 10-12; Art Club 9-11; Flags
10-12 (capt. 12); Drama 9-11; Speech/
Debate 9-10
Neil Wallace
Change of Pace
Due to renovation, seniors Roger
Luna and Jim Lemon, move to their
new lockers as Jenny Johnson,
senior, watches. "1 never organized
my lockers. I had three of them, so 1
just tossed all of my stuff into them,
Roger said.
You are a
neat freak
if...
...you find yourself
picking lint off of other
people’s clothes
...your text books are
arranged in alphabeti-
cal order in your locker
.the clothes in your
closet are hung in
groups according to
their color
..you are annoyed by
he dust in an electrical
socket
.the messiest your
room has ever been
was when you found
hat random sock mis-
placed under your bed
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Brent Wilson: Golf 9-12; Ensembles 10; Spanish
Club 10
John Wojcik: Swimming 9-12 (capt. 12); Golf
9-10; Speech/Debate 10; Spanish Club 10
Kathleen Marie Woodrick: Swimming 9-12
(capt. 12); NHS 11-12; Musical 10; Ensembles
10; Speech/Debate 9-10; NFL 9-10
Eugene Wozniakowski
Justin Tyler Wright: Football 9; Band 9-12;
Musical 10-12; Japanese Club 10-11
James Michael Yannakopoulos: Debate 10-12;
Football 9-10; NHS 11-12; NFL 10-12; ACC 11-12
(Pres. 12); Spanish Club 10-11
Jimmy G. Yannakopoulos: Tennis 9-12 (All
Con-ference 11-12); NHS 11-12; Band 9-10;
Spanish Club 10-11
Melanie Yuraitis: NHS 11-12; Cheerleading 10
12 (Capt. 11-12); Thespian 11-12; Musical 10-11;
Ensembles 10-12; Spanish Club 10-11; Home-
coming Princess 12; CEC 9-12 (Vice Pres. 10)
Hani Zabaneh: CEC 9
Jennifer Anne Zenos: Paragon 11-12 (Photogra-
phy Ed. 12); Project X 10-12; Spanish Club 10-11
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Creative Touch
Concentrating on doing her best,
Becky Rueth, senior, adds touches to
a drawing. Becky's work won
honors at local shows.
Captive Audience
With seniors Nate Berg and John
Wasem intently listening, Elizabeth
Paik, senior, plays the piano in
second hour concert choir. Although
students recognized Elizabeth for
her violin abilities and her perfor-
mance in the teen choir of the
musical, her adeptness at playing the
piano usually went unnoticed.
Senior Spotlight
1 . Meghan Matthews
a. clarinetist in Chicago Protege
2. Max Goodman
Philharmonic
3. Becky Rueth
b. over 1 ,000 career kills
4. Sam Hauter
c. valedictorian
5. Kunal Shah
d. won $5,500 art scholarship
6. Heather Patterson
e. Chicago Youth Symphony
7. Mike Patelis
Orchestra violinist
8. Cara Bailey
f. Sectional champion in Duo
9. Kyu Park
g. UDA All Star
10. Becky Jacob
h. MVP of Boys’ Varsity Tennis
i. Salutatorian
j. DECA Nationals in restaurant
management
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VS.
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Obvious
Colorful skirts swirled across the stage where young women per-
formed Indian dances. For Kavitha Pai, senior, Indian dancing filled a
special place in her life connecting her to her heritage in a unique
way. Unknown talents remained a part of students' lives providing
individual enjoyment or cultural tradition. While talents like acting or
athletics proved obvious to the majority of students, other talents
remained hidden away. Involved students cherished both types of
talents as an important part of their lives.
"I started Indian dancing at the age of
five. For six years I learned
Bharatnatayam, Indian classical danc-
ing, which required
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dedication, stamina
and two hours of daily
practice. When 1 entered high
school, I started performing and
choreographing folk and modern
dances. I performed folk dances for
most Indian holidays, mostly at func-
tions nearby for celebrations at the India
Community Center in Park Forest. 1
danced basically because I enjoyed it. I
also believed that it was a wonderful
way to relieve stress. The one thing I
enjoyed the most about dancing was
that I felt attached to my Indian heri-
tage. I also enjoyed that I spent time
dancing with my friends and family."
-Kavitha Pai, senior
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"I had competed in wrestling for 14
years. I joined wrestling then because
my brother was wrestling in Lansing. I
got into wrestling because of him.
During season I practiced two
to three hours a day. I
ran on my own to stay
in shape and also to
excel. The only goal
before a meet was to win and for the
team to do well. I placed sixth in State.
Competition was usually good. It was
always fun. I was friends with a lot of
people from other schools and devel-
oped good relationships with them.
Wrestling kept me out of trouble and 1
enjoyed it. My coaches inspired me and
they helped me a lot. I knew you only
got out of wrestling what you put in."
-Todd Compton, senior
Dan Zimmerman: Wrestling 9-12; Ensembles 10
Nicholas John Zubay: Football 9-11; Baseball 9-12
(capt. 12)
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■"If I were a guy,
then my parents
would have treated
me with more
respect. That was
because being male
was like an honor in
Korean culture."
Theresa Lee, junior
■"My parents were
not as harsh with me
as they were with
my brother. He got
punished more
severely, and I got
away with things. I
was not sure why —
maybe because he
was a boy or maybe
because I got better
grades." Rebecca
Hoban, junior
■"They gave me a
little more leeway
than they gave my
brother. He had to
be home earlier when he was my age. He
went through everything before me, so they
were stricter with him than they were with
me." Sarah Fies, sophomore
■"My parents were more lenient with me
than they were with my brother. My brother
was the ice breaker. They didn't expect the
same things from us because we were two
different people. I didn't have to live up to
what my brother did. My parents were pretty
old-fashioned, so my brother stayed out later
than I could." Mary Spomar, freshman
■"My parents punished me a lot more than
they punished my sister. If my parents told us
to clean our rooms, and neither of us did, then
I would have had to stay in, but she could go
out. They also gave her more money since I
had a job. They gave her more money and
treated her better." Jim Abercrombie, junior
■"My parents were harder on me than they
were on my younger sister. They expected me
to do things that they didn't expect of her like
play sports because I was a guy." Justin
Treasure, junior
■"I had more privileges than my sister. I
could go out more.
That was probably
because I was older. I
had to do chores
around the house
that my sister didn't
do like taking out the
garbage." Brad
Shapiro, freshman
■"I got to do more
things because of the
stereotype that girls
were not as safe as
guys. The same was
true with my friends
that were girls. Their
brothers got to do
more things than my
friends."
Jeff Tsai, sophomore
the
family
Students determine
familiar brother-sister
conflicts and decide
what treatment differ-
ences exist within
families; while some
individuals believe
they receive unjust
treatment due to their
sex, others enjoy sib-
ling gender equality
A day in the life of
freshmen twins Nina
and Zal Bilimoria
Nina
piano lessons
cleaned her room
did her homework
Speech practice
Zal
piano lessons
cleaned his room
took out the garbage
worked at the family
business
Listen Up
Concentrating on the tape about the
singer Chayanne juniors Rebecca and Ben
Hoban complete the listening section of
their Spanish 4 test. While most students
did not even see their siblings in class, the
Hoban twins often shared class schedules.
Long Haul
To aid in the household duties, Jim
Abercrombie, junior, carries the load of
recyclables to the end of his driveway.
Brothers and sisters often discovered that
they received different responsibilities
and unequal treatment due to their sex.
180-People
Adil Abbas
Atheir Abbas
James Abercrombie
Selly Adler
Simon Affentranger
Bonnie Ahlf
Paul Alisz
Andrew Altschul
Laura Anderson
Daniel Andrade
Melissa Angel
Lisa Anthony
Elizabeth Anzur
Dave Artus
Kristen Balkam
Brooke Banach
Jeffrey Banaszak
Roxana Bargoz
Jill Barnes
Nicholas Bauer
Matthew Heck
Bryan Bedell
Mindi Beller
Christine Bembenista
Elena Benavente
Abby Berzinis
Natalie Biel
Carolyn Bielfeldt
Candice Blissmer
Benjamin Bochnowski
Samantha Boomsma
Ryan Bothwell
Nicholas Bo vara
James Brown
Joshua Brubaker
Dana Brzozkiewicz
Marty Budilovsky
Nicholas Cano
Ronnie Carraher
Christopher Caruso
Joseph Christiansen
Ryan Clark
Peter Colakovic
Jonathon Cole
Marissa Collins
Adam Connor
Kevin Cronin
Sharvari Dalai
Thomas Damron
Scott De Boer
Joshua Deady
Lindsey Demitroulas
Melissa Depa
David Dellerline
Francois Dior
Gina Doherty
Brian Douts
Kebekah Drabenstot
Michael Drapac
Sarah Drolen
Brian Dudzik
Marc Dullek
Amy Dumakowski
Andrea Dungey
Rachel Economou
Amy Edinger
Kerrie Ellingsen
Peter Ellison
Sarah Fine
Kourtney Fisher
Jill Flores
Joshua Friedman
Brandon Fritzsche
Jon Furdek
Nick Furtek
Lori Gacsy
James Garland
Stephanie Garza
Hannah Gibbs
Leah Gilbert
Eric Gill
Abbas-Gill-181 1
Therese Given
Jason Goldsmith
Elizabeth Gonzalez
Brian Good
Ilango Gopalan
Jonathan Gordon
Joseph Grantner
Megan Greenya
Rachel Gribble
Jason Grow
Michael Gryn
Christopher Grzych
Kristen Gulotta
Michael Guz
Nicholas Guzik
Bonnie Hajduk
Christine Hall
Heather Harker
Michael Hatcher
Peter Hatton
Andrew Hayes
Timothy Hayes
Kerrie Helbling
Melissa Herr
Mindy Hershberger
Allison Heuer
Benjamin Hoban
Rebecca Hoban
Grant Holajter
Allison Homans
Alan Horn
Cosmo Hostetter
Steven Howarth
Sarah Huber
Jill Hughes
Michael Hyland
Jon Ibarra
Mark Illingworth
Jonathon Ionita
Patricia Jabaay
Jennifer Jacob
Michael Jaksich
Shannon Jamison
Derek Javorek
Lauren Jillson
Heather Johnsen
Brian Johnson
Kenny Jones
Jacob Justak
Kristin Kaegebein
Mamta Kamal
Woonjung Kang
Kristopher Karlen
Jason Keer
Robert Kemock
Erin Kenar
Paul Kennedy
Sherry Kennedy
Franz Kerekes
Chris Kern
Patrick Keslin
Tracy Kirsch
Bradley Kluga
Ann Knish
Mary Konvalinka
Benjamin Kooy
David Kosenka
Timothy Kosiba
George Kouros
Diana Kozlowski
Christian Kramer
Connie Kunelis
Matthew Lee
Theresa Lee
Timothy Leitelt
Sara Levin
Valerie Long
Eric Lopez
Justin Lotak
Theresa Loving
Dane Mamula
■People-182
■"My friends and I tried to go to every
Dave Matthew's Band concert within a two
hour distance. We collected tapes and
clothes. I even had a necklace made of
hemp with his guitar string in it. The Dave
Matthews Band was so cool." Brad Lipton,
freshman
■"It seemed like everyone dyed their hair
blond. It all happened in winter. People
wanted to be different, but they just ended
up being the same as everyone else."
Alison Schumacher, sophomore
Cargo pants, what was with all those
cargo pants? It
■ seemed all the
guys wore them.
Why?" Sarah Fies,
sophomore
Picks of the Year
Accessories
Beanie Babies
Glitter Make-up
Multiple Piercings
Cut Jeans
Baggy pants
Restaurants
Steak ‘n Shake
Munster Gyros
Kona Joe’s Coffee Caper
■"This year more
than anything,
the bell bottom
look came back. I
didn't like it then
and I don't like it
now." Mr. Steve
Tripenfeldas,
mathematics
teacher
In with
■"Everyone carried
Beanie Babies. They
were cute and fun to
play with. After a
while it got old. You
lost them or they got
stolen." Caroline
Miller, sophomore
■"I hated when
people wore big
chains and huge
platform shoes. It
looked freaky. A lot
more people wore
weird clothes every-
day." Nicky Lucas,
sophomore
■"See-through shirts
were awesome. I
owned one. Everyone
had them and wore
them to school. The
only problem is that they were an accessory.
You needed to buy another shirt to wear
under it." Sheri Meyers, freshman
Strutting down the
halls with dyed blond
hair, wearing shiny
leather pants or
driving two hours to
see Dave Matthews,
students decide which
trends suit their fancy
■"I was a t-shirt and jeans girl. Baby t's and
short skirts weren't for me. I liked to be
comfortable." Sara Jones, senior
Making Dough
Counting change for a customer at
Bagel Market Cafe, Heidi Stout,
senior, rings up a dozen bagels. Over
14 students heid jobs at bagel shops
during the school year.
Perfect Fit
Trying on a used cowboy boot at the
Bibles Mission Thrift Store in
Highland, Sarah Starewicz, sopho-
more, pulls on her boot. "At thrift
stores 1 got clothes without spending
big bucks. The best part was the time
spent wondering whose clothes you
were wearing," Sarah said.
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Demitrios
Manousopoulos
Melissa Martin
Jill Martino
Elizabeth Mauch
Richard Maurer
Brooke Mavronicles
Jordan Mayer
Crystal Mazur
Jared McKinley
Ashley McMahen
Kelly McShane
Peter Melcher
Venessa Menchaca
Erik Mendoza
Derek Mercer
David Miller
Elizabeth Misch
John Miskic
James Mize
Juan Morales
David Morris
Kristin Mucha
Laura Murray
Jeffrey Nellans
Lindsey Newman
Michael Nierengarten
Michael Nishimura
Matthew Ojomo
Christopher Oosterbaan
Adam Orlandi
Erin Ortman
Nicholas Palazzolo
C. John Palma
Jennifer Panich
Janna Pasztor
Komal Patel
Dana Pelc
Romero Perez
Denise Perrine
Nicole Petrungaro
Renee Pleitner
Angela Poe
Anthony Porcaro
Sarika Prasad
Nada Prole
Nicole Puchalski
Dennis Pursel
Brian Quinn
David Radbel
Michael Ralich
Erin Ranich
Sarah Rasch
Edward Raskosky
Jason Rebar
Luke Reubelt
Jenna Riccio
Thomas Richey
Kristin Riechers
Ashley Robertson
Priscilla Roche
Michael Rogan
Adam Rogers
Megan Ronco
Elenor Rose
Alexandre Rosen
Jason Rosko
Edward Roy
Lynn Rucinski
Elizabeth Rucinski
John Ruiz
Michael Sajn
Lesley Saliga
Dejan Samardzic
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■“Dating between seniors and freshmen
was perfectly acceptable in college. In high
school it was more complicated. You went
through many changes, not only physical,
but emotional. Seniors and freshmen were in
different social classes. They were at differ-
ent levels of maturity. Age wasn't the issue,
but maturity was. Of course you could have
dated people in your own social class in high
school because you were at the same level of
maturity," Michael O'Brien, senior
■ "Dating between different ages was alright
if they really liked each other. Sometimes,
though, in couples more than a year in
difference, you saw problems in the relation-
ship. As long as the guy didn't take advan-
tage of the girl just because she was younger
than he was, or vice versa," Hannah Gibbs,
junior
Out-Dated rules
1) The guy picked up the
tab for the entire date
2) The girl’s parents
greeted the boy at the door
and invited him in for a pre-
date ‘chat’
3) The guy provided all
modes of transportation
4) The girl never dated a
younger boy
5) The guy brought the girl
a corsage to wear on the
date
6) Going steady
■“I was not used to
seeing older girls
date younger guys.
It was just not
common. I person-
ally wouldn't date a
younger guy
because they were
too immature," Lisa
Alexander, sopho-
more
Helping Hand
Spending time together,
Pete Hatton, junior, helps
girl friend Jordan
Feldman, senior, rake
leaves in Jordan's front
yard. Couples found they
could help each other
and get along despite
differences in age.
■"If the guy was
older, it was okay, but
if the girl was the
older one, then that
was weird. It was
because of the way
society viewed things.
It was normal to see
older guys going after
younger girls but not
the other way around.
It was just different,"
Rebekah Drabenstot,
junior
■"I thought it was
okay for an older girl
to date a younger
guy. But it was
different when an
older guy dated a
younger girl because
most of the time the
girl got conned into
stuff," K.C. Willis,
junior
Up
to
date
Whether they choose
to extend themselves
beyond their own
grade or limit them-
selves to people who
shared the same
priviledges that came
with age, students
ponder the age-old
question about matu-
rity and happiness in
a relationship
■"I thought it was a
bit strange. There was
such a large maturity
difference between the grades. It was a big
conclusion to jump to, but senior guys that
went after freshmen girls probably went
looking for something other than a loving
relationship," Brooke Banach, junior
Quality Time
Enjoying a relaxing moment together. Matt Shike, senior,
gives girl friend Jenny Lounsberry, freshman, a backrub
before he leaves for musical practice. Whether they went
out or just sat at home, couples proved that age didn't
stand in the way of a healthy relationship.
Over
the
limit
From girls constantly
watching fat grams
and meticulously
counting calories to
guys caring what their
friends think as they
nurse huge egos,
males and females
speak out about the
opposite sex’s biggest,
most irritating obses-
sions and their own
personal pet peeves
there was more to any
they looked."
■"Cars and other
meaningless objects
like their bottle
collections," Anne
Peterson, sophomore,
said. " It was really
stupid to make
material things that
important and to
totally obsess over
them."
■ "Their friends,
because if you went
out with your friends
they got mad at you,
but if they went out
with their friends,
you were not sup-
posed to care." Libby
Gonzalez, junior
■"Girls and what
they looked like. They
should have grown
up and seen us for
who we were," Julie
Richardson, sopho-
more, said. " It
bothered me because
person than the way
■"What their friends thought. They needed
to think more for themselves," Dana Pelc,
junior, said. "What their friends thought
influenced everything about them. They
were obsessed with their macho attitudes and
huge egos."
■"Sports, it was all they ever talked about."
Sarah Susoreny, freshman
■"Themselves and how they looked." "They
were always looking in a mirror or messing
with their hair," Casey Hostetter, junior, said.
"They would say, 'I looked so bad' and they
really didn't look bad at all."
■ "How they looked in pictures. When they
got any pictures back they always com-
plained about how they looked," Matt Beck,
junior, said. " When we got our Turnabout
pictures back all you heard was how bad they
thought they looked in their picture."
■"Their weight. They complained about how
much fat was in food and how fat they
looked if they ate that," Jim Ambercrombie,
junior, said. "They would say how fat they
felt. I wished they worried more about what
really counted."
■"Their popularity.
They felt that they
had to be better than
everyone else."
Dejan Samardzic,
junior
■"Make-up. Girls
were constantly
putting it on. No
matter what they
were doing, they
always had time to
stop and put it on."
Steve Persic,
freshman
Odd Obsessions
22: body piercings Luke
Reubelt, junior, possessed
25: pictures of Scottie
Pippen Erin Swindle, junior,
had hanging on her bed-
room walls
100: glow-in-the-dark stars
Adam Rogers, junior, had
on his ceiling of his room
504: erasers Allison
Homans, junior, had in her
collection
Make-up Counter
After putting on lotion, Stephanie Sfura,
junior, wipes her hands during her
photography class. Some teachers com-
plained when students disrupted the class
by putting on their make-up.
■
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Wide-eyed
After school, Eric Talbot, junior, moves
his Pamela Lee cardboard cut-out to a
different spot in his room. "1 got it from
Jason Rosko (junior)," Eric said. "It's the
same as a girl having one of Tom Cruise."
Jonathan Salinas
Joseph Saltanovitz
Dejan Samardzic
Predraft Samardzija
Jena Sampias
Damian Santay
Adam Schaum
Carrie Schultz
Matthew Seaver
Jaclyn Semko
Stephanie Sfnra
Seema Shah
Jeffrey Shimko
Scott Shinkan
Lora Shofner
Annalisa Smith
Mark Somenzi
Jodie Sopher
Philip Spencer
Michelle Speziale
Jennifer Stanish
Agnes Stanko
David Steinberg
Samantha Steinhauer
loseph Stekala
Daniel Stella
Kathleen Stier
Adam Summers
Paula-Ann Summers
Kathleen Sweeney
Erin Swindle
Jennifer Szabo
Jay Szasz
Jennifer Taber
Eric Talbot
Margaret Taylor
Sara Teller
Sarah Thevenin
Jaime Thomas
Ralph Topete
Juliane Tosiou
Justin Treasure
Lauren Trela
Dawn Trelinski
Vaughn Tsoutsouris
Amanda Turnbull
Kate Van Bokkelen
Jamie Vliek
Rama Vohra
Melissa Volkman
Sarah Volkoff
Amy Wade
Michael Walker
Jason Wallace
Thomas Webb
Ari Weichman
Jill Weiss
Randy Wiancek
Cara Wierzbinski
Tracy Wilhite
Kenneth Willis
Cory Wilson
Dana Winterfeldt
Crissy Witting
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Passing down words of wisdom
Familiarizing themselves with the social
arena, sophomores learn the ropes and pass
on their new-found knowledge
Climbing up the
social ladder,
sophomores
learned from
older students
how to conquer
tasks at hand.
Whether joining
clubs or fielding a
sport, they
learned from
their own and
others' mistakes.
"With dance plans, you
shouldn't have waited until
the last minute. You
should've gathered together
with your group and got to
know the people that you
were going with."
Dan Grady, freshman
"It was easier to get good
grades when you were
younger because the classes
seemed to be a lot easier. The
older you got the harder the
classes were,"
Hiral Shah, sophomore
"You should've always been
friendly and nice to every-
one. You shouldn't have
stuck just to your clique of
friends that you developed
in junior high. You could've
met a lot of interesting
people if you just opened
your eyes and looked
around our school. You
should've definitely joined
clubs and tried to be on
athletic teams. You'd find
you had the ability to get
along with different types of
people. My freshman year I
joined the tennis team. We
didn't have all that much in
common, but we could
always talk about tennis. I
met a lot of people that I
might not of had a chance to
meet," Annie Knish, junior
"You shouldn't have acted
immature. Only if you acted
like a freshman, did everyone
treat you like one. For
instance, I was in a class with
all juniors, and I got along
with everyone fine because I
didn't act immature,"
Adam Brown, sophomore
"You should have studied
because it payed off,"
Evan Jones, freshman
Over The Line
Leaping over the caution tape
blocking off the gym floor,
students were forced to manage
their time better when construction
hassles closed main hallways and
forced traffic through the gym.
Some students followed examples
and cut across the gym while
others followed the rules.
Standing Ovation
Setting an example for the
sophomores. Captain Denise
Trelinski and junior Janna Pasztor
lend a helping hand with the
cheering. Underclassmen learned
the rules, not only of the sport but
also in other appropriate behavior.
®T88-People
Bonnie Abercrombie
Nicholas Adamopoulos
Allison Adams
Richard Agnew
Lisa Alexander
Sarah Alexander
Daniel Alonzo
Meghan Ambre
Kira Amdahl
Thomas Anthony
Ike Anyanwu
Scott Anyanwu
Kara Argus
Robert Austgen
Todd Avery
Chijioke Azodo
Okechukwu Azodo
Ryan Bacon
Natalie Banas
Lesley Barton
Joseph Basil
Goran Bastaic
Zoran Bastaic
David Bazarko
Vicki Bembenista
Selina Benavenle
Sara Bieszczat
Brian Bishop
Steven Bizon
Christine Blake
John Bognar
Andrea Bosmch
Jeremy Breuker
Adam Brown
Tony Brown
Caitlin Buchanan
Benjamin Buehne
Greg Bugyis
Mark Burek
Robert Burghardt
Jennifer Burrell
Jennifer Caine
Kristin Cane
Jennifer Cannedy
Keith Cantwell
Katherine Carraher
Matthew Carton
Tricia Cassity
Daniel Chakraborty
Hong Cho
Jason Ciesielski
Scott Clark
Richard Cox
Viktoria Cnx
Patrick Crawford
Kellie Curan
Diane Curtis
Ann Marie De Palmo
Ryan Dean
Tiffany Dell'Aquila
Javier Del ,una
Sally Demkowicz
Peter Dennis
Megan Detterline
Elizabeth DeVries
Jack Dillon
Aleksandar Djorovic
Bryan Doranski
Rina Doshi
Stephanie Dujmovic
Daniel Dukich
Andrew Dumaresq
Grant Duncan
Rachel Dunham
Ryan Dunn
Nikola Dupkannic
Michael Dust
Rodney Eckrich
Adam Economou
Lisa Eidam
Anne Ellis
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Thomas Elman
John Engelbrecht
Kate Engelbrecht
Brian Evans
Jennifer Evans
Deborah Feldman
Nicholas Ferrer
Sarah Fies
Stephen Fleming
Laura Franckevicius
Zachary Franks
Jacob Frigo
Amanda Furtek
Jina Gauthier
Gia Ghezzi
Christopher Giannini
Kris Giba
Tara Gibbs
Amy Glowacki
Scot Goldyn
Philip Grantner
Amanda Greenya
Johnathon Gregory
Brad Griffin
Jeffrey Hagelberg
Jared Hamilton
Karen Haney
Jonathan Harris
JoJvn Harwood
Lisa Heath
Melissa Hecimovich
Gregory Hedges
Laura Hernandez
Emily Herrin
Corey Hill
Matthew Hinds
Kimmely Hoge
Joe Howarth
Rebekah Howes
Meghan Hunter
Keith Hyland
Kevin Jablonski
Heidi Jadryev
Natasha Janevski
Lauren Jania
Natalie Johnson
Mark Joseph
Shilpa Joshi
Marko Jovanovic
Keith Junker
Andrew Justak
Jennifer Kalina
Catherine Kaminski
Neha Kansal
Joseph Kelley
Minhajuddin Khaja
Joseph Kiszenia
Krista Klawinski
Kristi Knight
Donald Koschnitzky
Zachary Kosenka
Anna Kozlowska
Aaron Kras
Kevin Kress
Susan Kucharski
Jeremy Kudlo
Jennifer Kula
Audrey Kutas
Traci Kutlik
Melissa Kvarta
Kathryn Lanzillo
Matthew Laudermilk
Tara Lavalley
Cheong Lee
Jeffrey Lee
Amanda Lininger
Janna Lorenzen
Amy Los
Nicky l .ucas
Shaun Lucas
Svetlana Maksimovich
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Study Session
At an assembly during Advisory,
sophomores Anne Peterson and Laura
Hernandez finish their corrections in their
Spanish workbook. Students learned how
to squeeze every extra minute out of their
schedules in order to finish all their tasks.
Measure Up
During Mr. Jack King's Outdoor
Education class, juniors Mike Ralich and
Adam Orlandi and Todd Avery,
sophomore, measure the length of
different Indiana streets. Students took
nonrequired courses to relieve stress.
Fitting everything into place
Solving the puzzles of academic life,
students piece together classmate clues
Learning the
ropes of high
school, students
gave advice to
help peers deal
with academic
challenges.
Whether wishing
that they sched-
uled more elec-
tives or that they
avoided seniors
in the Commons,
students offered
suggestions to
prevent similar
dilemmas.
"I would've told other
freshmen not to go through
the seniors in the Commons.
Hide in a good spot so you
wouldn't get a wedgie."
Steve Week, freshman
“My advice was to take your
hard, required classes
freshman, sophomore and
junior year, so senior year
you could take easy classes."
Scott Clark, sophomore
"They should have learned
how to sleep with their eyes
open in order to deceive the
chemistry teachers and all the
other hard teachers that they
had."
Vicki Bembenista, sophomore
"My advice was to do good
the first and second six weeks
of second semester, because
once it got warm outside, you
wouldn't want to study."
Torie Cox, sophomore
"You had to remember to
take some fun classes because
by your senior year, you
realized you missed out on a
lot of things if you only took
honors classes."
Mandy Burrell, senior
"You had to balance time.
You had to know when to
stay home and study and
when to go out."
Ben Bochnowski, junior
"I wish 1 took Band first
semester instead of second
sememster. I didn't know
how Miss Douglas ran
things, and I didn't know
what she expected. Everyone
was used to her methods."
Natalie Johnson, sophomore
"If you were interested in art,
you should have taken it as
soon as possible. Then, you
would have been able to take
the more advanced classes."
Jena Sampias, junior
"To actually study in chemis-
try so that you could do
better. I could've gotten a
grade I was happy with."
Zoran Bastaic, sophomore
"Walk on the right side of the
hall. It's really annoying
when freshmen walk on the
wrong side of the hall and
you have to push them out of
the way."
Sara Levin, junior
Elman-Maksimovich*1 91®
Seeking expert angles
Sophomores find some classes
offer more than meets the eye
With thoughts of
an easy schedule,
the boy entered
third hour hoping
for a light load.
Shocked after the
first couple of
days in a rumored
blow-off class, he
faced an unheard
of challenge. What
seemed fun and
easy in the begin-
ning transformed
into long, dragged
out hours of hard
and tedious work.
“Engineering graphics- from what I
had heard, all the Industrial Tech
classes were supposed to be blow-
offs, but that class turned out to be
extremely difficult. You shouldn't
believe everything you hear about
classes. You should be prepared for
work."
Chris Bembenista, junior
"I thought Project Biology would
be easy, but it wasn't. The tests
were really hard-harder than I
thought it would have been."
Stacy Bulan, senior
"I had a class that was supposed to
be a blow-off, but it wasn't and that
was really surprising. But you just
had to stick with it. Usually the
teacher would give you extra-credit
or help you out somehow. I would
have said to just try hard."
Zoran Zarkovic, junior
"I had to work hard to keep an "A"
in my photography class. There
was a lot more I had to do in
photography than take pictures. It
was one of the best classes I ever
took, but I had to work at it."
Leah Gilbert, junior
"I believed Honors Business
Management would be a blow-off,
but it wasn't. It sounded very easy,
but all the work made it hard."
Becky Cushing, senior
"I thought Journalism 1 would be
an easy class because I liked the
subject; but when I took the class, it
was much more of a challenge than
I thought. I took it because I
wanted to be on yearbook. It
turned out that the class took more
work than I thought."
Jim Strain, sophomore
"I thought band would be easy. 1
didn't realize how much work you
had to put into it."
Audrey Kutas, sophomore
"I took Outdoor Education
because 1 thought it would be a
blow-off class, but I actually had
to work in it. The work wasn't
hard, but there was a lot of it and
you had to pay attention in class if
you wanted to pass the tests. It
was all worth it, though, because
Mr. King was fun and he
sometimes let you go outside to do
different things."
Adam Guzman, senior
With a careful hand steadying his camera, Justin
Lotak, junior, captures Dana Bull, senior, in an
unusual pose for fifth hour photography. Photogra-
phy offered students a hands-on challenge unique
from most other classes.
While reading the directions and working on an
Auto Cad tutorial, Mike Gryn, junior, creates a
residential house plan in second hour Architec-
tural Drafting. Mike found that setting his own
pace made the class easier.
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Jasmina Maksovic
David Mangus
Brian Marschak
Patricia Martin
Megan Mask
Sarah Matthews
Daniel Maurer
Anthony McCullough
SanDee McCutchen
Nicole McDermott
Melinda Meier
Mitchell Meier
Dorian Menchaca
Erik Merkell
Heidi Meyer
Fred Mikler
Caroline Miller
Edward Mitchener
Madeleine Mogle
Nicholas Monteleone
Bonnie Morris
Kevin Morrissey
David Mulcahy
Kira Muskin
Michelle Myszak
Sarah Najamuddin
Sarah Nelson
Jeremy Newman
Christopher Noble
Adam Noel
Eileen Norris
Matthew Novotney
Matthew Nykiel
Christine O'Shea
Corrine Oprinovirh
Allison I’aliga
Jaclyn Palos
Katarina Pamucar
Janet Papendick
John Parr
Erik Patel
Parth Patel
Nebojsa Pavlovic
Ariane Peralta
Dario Perdomo, Jr.
Pamela Perrine
Anne Peterson
Christopher Pfister
Nathan Pleilncr
Ryan Poeiask
Christopher Pursel
Amy Pykosz
Marc Quagliara
Anthony Qualls
Jonathan Radbel
Mira Radjevic
Palwasha Rahmany
Jonathan Ramos
Shilpa Rane
Julie Richardson
Mena Rizk
Justin Robledo
Nicole Rosenbaum
Robert Rothschild
Rachel Rubino
Joseph Ryan
Joseph Rybarezyk
Adam Samara
Nancy Samardzija
Joshua Sands
Saima Satti
Tiffany Saunders
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Daniel Schmid
Christopher Schneider
Kate Schoen
Jacob Schoon
Melissa Schrage
Alison Schumacher
Erik Schwertfeger
Andrew Sellers
Scott Senchak
Hiral Shah
Mark Shearman
Aaron Sikich
\atalie Skalka
Nicole Skeans
Amanda Sleeper
Elizabeth Sliwa
Frederick Smith
Stacey Smith
Valerie Smith
Kristen Spitz
Ann Spolnik
Jenny Spolnik
Prabhakar Srivastava
Sarah Starewicz
Jaime Stennis
Alexander Stone
James Stout
James Strain
Micheal Sufana
Thomas Summers, II
Nicholas Sumner
Richard Sun
Jason Susoreny
David Tabion
Kevin Talbot
Greg Thaera
Melissa Thevenin
Eric Tomeo
Melissa Trevino
Ruben Trevino
Jeffrey Tsai
Andy Turke
Christopher Valand
Sasa Vasic
Gregory Vaughn
Patricia Victor
Steve Voukidis
Julie Wadycki
Abigail Wallace
Meaghan Ward
Daniel Watson
Todd Watson
Matthew Weaver
Aaron Weinberg
David Wendell
Rebecca Wong
Kelly Wozniakowski
Holly Wujek
Robert Yamitch
Elaine Yannakopoulos
Daniel Yonovich
Amanda Zagorski
Greg Zeck
James Zekis
Slobodan Zivanovic
Amanda Zivich
Milan Zubic
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Filler Up
While working at the Duke of Oil, Scott and since I had to pay for my car
Hansen, senior, fills a car with washer insurance, I decided to apply at the
fluid. "1 really enjoyed working on cars Duke," Scott said.
From illuminat-
ing buttons to
trouble at the gas
pump, new
drivers geared up
to learn the rules
of the road. Some
mastered the art,
knowing every-
thing from rotat-
ing their tires to
changing their
oil. Helpless
others struggled
to find the right
button to turn on
their lights.
So, you want to drive a car
Students discover a talent that requires
parental and lawful compliance
"I had a little trouble the first
time I filled up my car with gas. I
inserted the nozzle into my gas
tank and pulled the lever. I
waited and waited wondering
what was wrong. Finally, the
attendant came over to me and
showed me the lever that needed
to be pushed up. I felt like such
an idiot."
Lisa Young, junior
"I never went out with a guy
because of his car but other girls
did. All those girls looked for
was money and an expensive car.
They didn't care about personal-
ity or maturity. Those were the
type of girls who gave us all a
bad reputation."
Melissa Depa, junior
"Guys knew a whole lot more
about mechanics, especially
about cars than girls did. The
girls usually hung out with their
mom and the guy spent time
with his dad. Cars were defi-
nitely the guys' domain."
Mike Drapec, junior
"On the way home from school
one day, the windows wouldn't
go up, then the lights on the
electronic dashboard flashed. I
was scared and didn't know
what to do so I stopped at a
friend's house. As I pulled into
the drive way, the car just
stopped. The alternator broke
causing the car to freak out. I
thought the car was haunted."
Katie Bona, senior
"I was only a freshman in
drivers' education classes. It was
very weird. I would see all these
older sophomores and some
juniors. I did not belong in
drivers ed. as a freshman, but I
felt lucky to have that privilege
as a freshman. I was the first
person to have my license in the
Freshman Class."
Zack Jones, freshman
"It felt really good to have a car
at 16. 1 felt older and more
independent. I went wherever 1
wanted to go whenever 1
wanted. 1 had a Lexus
Landcruiser, it was great to be
up high and tower over all the
other cars on the road."
Parth Patel, sophomore
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L ow Roar
Lack of cheers pervades the crowded
bleachers during the Homecoming pep
rally as the Freshman Class remains quiet
in the stands. Some students regarded
freshmen as the confused and spiritless
class because they refrained from the crazy
antics of the upperclassmen.
Carrying On
Amidst the crowds and toilet paper at the
Homecoming pep rally, Mike Grady,
senior, parades around with Tom
Bertagnolli, freshman, on his shoulder. "We
didn't think the freshmen were spirited
enough and being as small as they were, we
felt it was our duty as seniors to hoist them
up and embarrass them," Mike said.
As freshmen entered a world of new faces and challenges, they discovered differences
not only among themselves but also among the other classes. While seniors’ chants of ’97
resounded through the stands at the Homecoming pep rally, freshmen didn’t know what to
cheer, juniors sported class t-shirts flawed with a whited-out spelling error and sophomores
misspelled their name on their spirit truck, each grade stood apart.
SPEAKING out on
DIFFERENCES
Noting each classes' idiosgncracies
Freshmen Frenzy
"I didn't like that we had to
have 2000 on our Letterman
jackets. I thought they should've
kept the double zeros rather than
the ugly 2000 patch.
They [freshmen] were my class,
so whether or not I liked them, I
had to deal with them. We were
the younger ones, and some often
acted it. I liked the upperclassmen;
a lot of my friends were older.
Despite being a freshman, they
were really cool with me."
-Marsha Gill, freshman
"Every class was
unique in its own
way. It was hard to
characterize because
each class had a
group that was
extremely smart and
some that weren't. Our class was a
lot more academically competitive
as compared to the other classes.
We had a whole lot more than just
the Top 10.
As for spelling "sophomore"
wrong on our float, I think it was
an oversight. It was our first float
and neither our sponsor or us had
ever built a float, so we were
worrying about everything else."
-Diane Curtis, sophomore
"The juniors acted more mature
and like they belonged here more
than we [freshmen] did. In classes
they didn't goof off as much."
-Lynn Smosna, freshman
"It was hard to generalize all
the freshmen. There were some
who were complete idiots, and
there were some who were
decent.
-Amanda Sleeper, sophomore
Just Juniors
Misspelling Sophomores
"The seniors were cool because
they didn't yip on the sophomores
unless they really deserved it."
-Brian Bishop, sophomore
"My brother was a freshman,
so I didn't really have that good
of feelings toward them because I
had to see one every night when
I went home."
-Jon Ibarra, junior
"I thought a big difference
between the grades was driving.
When you were a freshman, you
really didn't do much. As you got
older, you went out on weekends."
-Jamie Vliek, junior
Senior Superiority
"I thought the Freshman Class
was really dysfunctional, and we
could have done better without
them."
-Jennifer Hermann, senior
TOP FIVE TIPS TO
SPOT A FRESHMAN
1 . Who else stops you to ask for the
directions to the Food Court?
2. On Monday mornings freshmen are
spotted carrying their Gap bags full of
fresh, clean gym socks and uniform that
Mommy washed over the weekend.
3. A herd of freshmen always race to
class upon the two minute bell’s ring.
4. Rounding the corner on the way to
your third hour, you forcefully push your
way through a crowd of giggling fresh-
men blocking the North hallway.
5. Bending over to pick up a dropped
book, you find yourself looking eye-to-
eye with the average-sized freshman.
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Greg Adamopoulis
Sean Adley
Amy Adoba
Patrick Aerts
Daniel Aldulescu
Steve Ashby
F.dward Bacon
Candice Baker
Jason Balazs
Carrie Balzer
Jennifer Bamboat
Michael Baniak
Ronald Barkowski
Aaron Barnes
Kyle Bauer
Christopher Baut
Ryan Beemer
Emily Bernstein
Thomas Bertagnolli
Natalie Bieda
Amanda Biel
Ellen Bielawski
Nina Bilimoria
Zal Bilimoria
Adriann Bishop
Shaun Blue
Joshua Bochnowski
James Bohling
Ryan Booth
Joseph Bom
Christina Bovara
Amanda Bowers
Mark Brand
Adam Branson
Kyle Brazel
Robert Brenner
Douglas Brown
Lauren Brown
Eric Bukowski
Ryan Bulan
Lauren Bull
Kristie Bullock
Joanne Burkat
David Byttow
Patrick Cailles
Kristina Canic
Elizabeth Carton
Noreen Castor
Rachael Chemerinsky
Eun Cho
Joseph Chocholek
Michelle Christiansen
Megan Ghynoweth
Steven Ciric
Adam Cohen
Joseph Connor
Amy Conover
Thomas Coulis
Kristi Creighton
Jenny Dalhoumi
Brian Daniels
Niki Dausch
Kevin Davidson
Nathan Davis
Mathew De Boer
Nicholas De Boer
Jessica De Giulio
Danielle De Laney
Tom De Pirro
Gyle Del Rio
Danielle Dellorto
Jonathan Depa
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Erin DeVries
Michelle Di Costanzo
Sarah Diamond
Daniel Diombala
Anne Domasica
Evan Drillias
Natalie Dudzik
Kari Dumakowski
Erin Dunn
Erin Egnatz
Benjamin Fabert
Andrew Ferrer
Ryan Florek
Joseph Flores
Brittany Fritzsche
Brad Gantz
Randy Gavrilovich
Heidi Gibbs
Marsha Gill
Stephanie Gill
Jonathan Glueckert
Justine Gogolak
Jennifer Goldsmith
Rachel Golonka
Daniel Grady
Matt Gralewski
William Gray
Dawn Gregson
Christie Griffin
Jacqueline Grigsby
Tim Gross
Lizette Gutierrez
Maribel Gutierrez
Renee Halajcsik
Sarah Hannigan
John Hanrahan
Laura Hansen
Nathan Hansen
Nicholas Hansen
Susan Hay
Brian Heinemann
Jason Helbiing
Carrie Henley
Alison Holka
Emily Holly
Devin Holtz
Mark Hopper
Janice Horczak
Shahreen Hossain
Chris Hunt
Haig Huynh
Matthew Ibarra
Iris Insurriaga
Rachel Ispas
Brian Jablonski
Danella Jaksich
Aaron Jillson
Marisa Joens
Sarah Johnson
Evan Jones
Zachary Jones
Natalie Jordan
Woon Young Kang
Brian Kennedy
Angela Keslin
Steven Kibler
Megan Kikalos
Derek Klein
Brandon Kluga
Jean Knish
Douglas Kocal
Anthony Konvalinka
Jason Korczak
Matthew Koscielski
Matthew Kosiba
Heather Kotlowski
George Kounelis
Katherine Krumpolz
Gregory Krupinski
Nicolas Kubacki
Julie Kucek
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As soon as lives seemed predictable, unexpected events and surprising
words caught students off-guard. Instead of mocking classmates on a different
wave length than everyone else or whining about changes in the daily routine,
students realized that random happenings provided a source of excitement.
Construction Mishaps
"During Mr. Coil's class, a
construction worker was
working on the roof. He was
banging so hard that pieces
from the ceiling tile fell to the
floor while Mr. Coil was talk-
ing to the class."
-Adam Cohen, freshman
"The construction workers
were banging on the roof dur-
ing Mrs. Lemon's class. The
noise was so loud that we
thought that the roof was go-
ing to fall through and crash to
FRESHMAN FOLLY
“I had a fish that died in my room, so
I wrapped it up and then threw it in the
garbage. There were these two girls
in my class who just had to see it.
They took it out of the garbage, and
one of them tossed it at the other. The
fish ended up on the floor, and it was
a mess. It was a freshman thing, I
guess. Of course, I had complete
control over the situation.”
-Mr. Mike Coil, biology teacher
ELEMENT of
SURPRISE
Ra reties add spice to life
the floor."
-Anne Domasica,
freshman
"One day the
fire alarm went off
about 15 times. Ev-
eryone else ignored it, but we
had a sub who made us go
outside every time."
-Matt Carton, sophomore
Chaotic Clubs
"In band Miss Douglas
started throwing sugar cubes
at us to get us ready to go to
the Sugar Bowl."
-Jeff Banaszak, junior
"The debaters had a
meeting on a Saturday, and
the fire alarm went off. We
exited the building anyway
and said that the fire drill
was set just for us."
-Cori Oprinovich, sophomore
Haphazard Happening
"On the first day of school,
my freshman brother decided
that he was going to sit with
my friends and I during
lunch. After the second day,
we kicked him out."
-Kevin Hunt, senior
Unpredictable Teachers
"When Dr. Elman got her
new classroom, she started
bawling. She said that it was
emotional for her because she
had spent so many years in
her old room."
-Mark Olley, freshman
"I walked into keyboard-
ing. Mr. Fortner had a purple
jellybean in his hand and said,
'Hey, Traci, it's your brain.'"
-Traci Kutlik, sophomore
"One time Wrobie was
playing solitaire on the com-
puter during Visual Basics.
He lost and yelled out that he
was going to flunk us all."
-Francois Dior, junior
S W 6 6 t Reward favorable test scores by playing her flute.
Random acts inspired smiles and giggles
Breaking away from the norm. Miss Colleen across student's faces as they reacted to
McCoy, English teacher, rewards her class' teachers' kindness
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Akua Kwateng
J. D. Lambert
Adrienne Lebo
Brian Lee
David Legler
Sarah Leitelt
Stephen Lindemann
Scott Lindsey
Bradley Lipton
Meaghen Lober
Kelly Lorenz
Karen Lorenzen
Jessica Lotak
Jennifer Lounsberry
Alex Lulinski
Andrew Lulinski
David Lundin
David Luptak
Jeremiah Lybolt
Margaret Madderom
Emily Magliola
Colin Maher
Kyle Maloney
Peter Mamula
Mary Mangus
Katerina Manousopoulos
Kristal Markovich
Angelie Martich
Jared Martin
Joseph Martino
Ann Marie Matovina
Morgan Matthews
Blake Mayer
Christopher Mayer
Rebecca Maynard
Brandon McCarley
John Mecha
Adriana Medynsky
Steven Mendoza
Kelly Mercer
Rachel Merkell
Kelly Metz
Sheri Meyers
Jasmina Mijailovic
Jacqueline Misch
Bassam Mohammed
Julie Morris
Billy Mucha
Kathleen Mucha
Kathy Mueller
Damian Murks
Lee Nadolski
Margaret Nolan
Ryan Norris
Jonathan Nourie
James Nuzzo
John O'Block
Cliff Oberg
Mark Olley
Carolyn Oosterbaan
Timothy Orcutt
Priya Pai
Christopher Palma
Carrrie Paradzinski
Devarshi Patel
Rucha Patel
Brooke Pawola
Steven Persic
Steven Pesich
Lauren Pestikas
Michael Petrizzo
Michael Piorkowski
Stephanie Plug
Warren Potter
John Premetz
Gina Puntillo
Phillip Raddatz
Eric Rafacz
Danielle Rakich
Sheila Rane
Jim Rebesco
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Magazine covers and television screens plastered the latest headlines.
Whether involving the law as in O.J.’s civil trial and the arrest of rapper Snoop
Doggy Dogg for accessory to murder, or showing the lime green dress that
actress Nicole Kidman donned at the Oscars, news events marked the year.
In the News
“I didn't think the people
in the California cult were all
that smart. They lost contact
with their family, friends and
loved ones."
-Ron Barkowski, freshman
"The Timothy McVeigh
Trial involving the Oklahoma
bombing was really sad. It
hurt a lot of people. I hoped
the persons responsible
would be punished to the
TOPPING THE CHARTS
Academy Awards
Actor= Geoffrey Rush in Shine
Actress= Frances McDormand in Fargo
Best picture^ The English Patient
Grammy Awards
Album of the year= Celine Dione
Song of the year=”Change the World”
Best heavy metal performance=Rage
Against the Machine
Best rap album=The Fugees
Best hard rock performance=The
Smashing Pumpkins
Best alternative rock perfromance=
Beck
Emmy Awards
Outstanding Comedy series =Frasier
Outstanding Drama series=£f?
fullest extent of the
law."
-Megan Mask,
sophomore
Pastime Passions
CATCHING the
NEW WAVES
What events shaped oar lives
"It was a really big shock
when Tupac died. I was
devastated. I had all of his
CDs and anything that had
to deal with him. The night
he died, they played a tribute
to him on 106.3 Jams, and I
taped it. It was the only thing
I listened to for days. I
thought his lyrics were truly
unique and went deeper than
anyone else's."
-Dane Mamula, junior
"Liar, Liar was funny. I
liked Jim Carrey because he
could be serious and a
comedian."
-Todd Watson, sophomore
Fan Favorites
"I thought Tiger Woods
was a good role model. He
made you want to achieve
your goals. I thought he got
more kids to participate in
sports."
-Jason Ross, freshman
"I liked watching the
Olympics. I especially
enjoyed watching the
swimming on TV. I thought
the Olympics were nice
because they gave sports like
swimming and archery a
chance to get recognized."
-Greg Bugyis, sophomore
"X-Files made you think.
You had to pay close atten-
tion if you wanted to under-
stand it. I also liked it
because it dealt with
unordinary things. It made
you think, 'I wonder if that
could happen.'"
-Natalie Johnson, sophomore
"I didn't think that the
Cubs did what they needed
to do. They didn't have the
right players or anything
they really needed to win-
but they hadn't done it for 89
years. They needed to end
their losing streak."
-Steve Lindemann, freshman
Notable Tunes
Taking a break from Drama class, Nick
Ferrer, sophomore, plays his guitar for
Mike Harbison, senior. Music,
television and movies provided a
means of relief from students' hectic
lives whether they played their own
instrument or attended recent flicks.
Ticket Talk
Waiting in line for Dave Matthews’ Band
tickets, Ben Hoban, junior; Tom Summers,
sophomore; and Chris Osan, senior at
University High wait at the Center for
Visual and Performing Arts on April 19.
Students turned to the concert scene as
one of the main means of entertainment.
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In their quests to find the tastiest food, students resorted to paper bagging their own
lunches or standing in endless cafeteria lines. Most chose between the infamous pizza
and french fries or the healthier soup and sandwich bar. Whether they dared to ditch
lunch or calculated their fat grams, varied menus suited every nutritional need.
SEARCHING for
FAVORITES
Canch vanety creates choices
Fat Free
Munchies
"One time when I was at
lunch in 4th grade, we were
served green peas. The peas
were unusually shiny and no
one ate them. So, we decided
to throw them up and one
stuck to a light panel. Then the
pea fell and landed on one
lunch ladies' head."
-Zal Bilimoria, freshman
"I ate junk food because I
liked it. Most of the time it was
better than what the school
had for lunch."
-Dana Talbot, freshman
"One time for
lunch I was eating
the school's ravioli.
After I ate a few
bites, I found a
staple in my food and I still
won't eat the school's ravioli."
-Eric Tomeo, sophomore
"1 ate healthy so I wouldn't
have to exercise as much, plus
I thought food that was good
for you tasted good."
-Caitlin Buchanan,
sophomore
"People ate healthy food to
stay in shape, but I didn't need
to watch what I ate because I
could eat anything and not
gain a pound."
-Andy Dumaresq,
sophomore
"People ate junk food prob-
ably because it tasted better
than healthy food, but I pre-
ferred to eat healthy things for
lunch."
-Ellen Bielawski, freshman
"Some people were obsessed
with junk food, but I ate more
healthy food than junk food."
-Nate Hansen, freshman
Out To Lunch
"Students ditched lunch to
eat something other than
school food. They got tired of
eating pizza everyday."
-Jenna Riccio, junior
"The school didn't serve
good food, they never gave
you enough and it was too ex-
Friendly Service
After getting out of school, freshmen
Sheri Meyers and Marisa Joens eat at
Commander. While some students
waited for their extracurricular
activities to begin, others made their
way to area restaurants.
Hot Lunch
While eating a breadstick, freshmen
Brian Daniels and Jenny Bamboat
discuss the long lunch lines.
Students either brought their own
lunch or decided on the options that
school lunches offered them.
pensive, which was probably
why some students ditched."
-Randy Wiancek, junior
"Students ditched lunch
because the administration
wouldn't let them."
-Jon Salinas, junior
Brown Bag It
"1 brought my lunch during
wrestling season-you
couldn't eat much the school
sold."
-Raul Salinas, senior
"If you brought your own
lunch to school it was healthier
and you knew what was in it."
SOME TASTY FACTS
80 lbs. pasta made on Fridays
216 lbs. french fries made
every day
1,080 lbs. french fries made
every week
5 gal. oil used per week
700 lunch trays used in one
lunch period
240 lbs. meat made for a
spaghetti or taco day
-Michelle Gonzales, senior
®202-People
Joshua Reed
John Richey
Melissa Rogers
Adam Rosario
Jason Ross
Joseph Ruiz
Jesus Salas
Andrew Saliga
Amanda Salinas
Philip Santner
Adnan Satti
Jamie Savage
Margaret Schaum
Brian Scheffel
Derrick Schimming
Allison Schock
Ralph Schwandt
Brian Serrano
Poona m Shah
Bradley Shapiro
Ryan Sherron
Jason Shin
Bethany Shutko
Rachael Simpson
Edna Situ
Timothy Siukola
Jovica Skoric
Stephen Sleeper
Angela Smith
Ellen Smith
Lynn Smosna
Elyse Soto
Dawn Sparling
William Spear
Terr)' Specyal
Elizabeth Spolnik
Mary Spomar
Brittany Stasiak
Michelle Stenger
Milos Stojanovic
Marc Stojkovich
Jason Stuebe
Josh Sudbury
Sarah Susoreny
Katherine Szumlanski
Kathryn Taber
Steven Takacs
Dana Talbot
Christine Thaera
Matthew Thompson
Robert Thompson
Tomio Toyama
Brian Treasure
Bill Trovinger
Andy Trzupek
Allen Van Cura
Jason Vargo
Jessica Vavrek
Kelly Vliek
Eva Volkmann
Kiley Wallace
Adam Ward
Korinne Ward
Bryan Washausen
Steven Week
Bradley Wenner
Thaddeus Wesolowski
Elizabeth Wiesner
Sara Williamson
Melissa Witting
Eric Yttri
Thomas Zenos
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Mr. William Pfister,
Superintendent of
Schools
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Dr. David Bess,
Assistant
Superintendent
Mr. Richard Sopko,
Business Manager
School Board
(front row) Vice-President Carrie
Wadas, Secretary Paula Nellans
(back row) Judith Florczak,
President Larry Kocal, Helen Brown
Principal Part
Trying to excite the crowd at a pep
assembly, Dr. Kevin McCaffrey,
principal, encourages the student
body to show their spirited support.
Medal of Honor
While placing a medal
around his neck, Mrs.
Karen Leeth, athletic
director, congratulates
Sandy Rosen, junior,
during the Fall Sports
Athletic Banquet for
his fourth place State
Doubles tennis victory.
A Day’s Work
Working at his desk,
Mr. Michael O'Connor,
assistant principal and
Guidance Department
chairman, reviews
course scheduling
paperwork. Concerns
over class ranks, grade
cards and scheduling
filled his office hours
i
OOD
I
W «!
Exeedin
Policies give way to attendance
and behavior improvements as
the North Central Team
relays positive feedback
and recommendations
Past problems concerning
tardies and absences served
as learning experiences for
the administration. They
implemented guidelines to
overcome the obstacles
encountered when placing
more discipline on students.
Many new policies didn't
please students, but the
administration felt they
needed to take action. The
Principal's Advisory Team,
along with a few select
faculty members, devised a
plan with five less unexcused
absences per semester and
stricter tardy regulations.
"It wasn't unreasonable to
expect students to come to
school and to their classes on
time. We had to do some-
thing to improve punctual-
ity," Dr. Lane Abrell, assis-
tant principal, said.
"The new rules definitely
made an impact; however, I
can understand how the
unexcused absences could
have caused problems with
some parents, placing a
Sweatin’ To The Oldies
Struggling to keep up with Mrs.
Linda Scheffer's Foods and Fitness
class, Dr. Lane Abrell works out with
financial strain resulting
from having to take their
child to their doctor so that
their absence would be
excused," Dr. Kevin
McCaffrey, principal, said.
Statistically, the new
policies achieved success.
Attendance improved
during the first three grad-
ing periods by slightly a
tenth of a percent.
The responsibility of the
students along with factors
such as recognition by
outside committees in-
creased. Improvements paid
off during the North Central
Evaluation. For one week,
representatives toured the
school and observed class-
rooms. They accessed
strengths and weaknesses
and offered suggestions on
plans for improvements.
"They were very im-
pressed with our students.
Especially, their high level of
achievement, both
curricularly and extra-
curricularly, and with how
the students while he evaluates her
teaching goal. Evaluations gave
administrators the opportunity to
visit various classes.
they expressed themselves,"
Dr. McCaffrey said.
This recognition added
onto the list of many other
achievements by the school.
Based on test scores, atten-
dance rate and graduation
rate, the state granted a Four
Star High School award.
"We challenged ourselves
to try and maintain a learn-
ing community where
students could attend classes
in a safe and orderly envi-
ronment and where teachers
could utilize the best meth-
odology available," Dr.
McCaffrey said.
Diligent students and
teachers and parents made
school successful, according
to Mr. Michael O'Connor,
assistant principal.
"Our advantage was that
we had a community who
strongly supported our
schools and good teachers
who wanted their students
to achieve," he said.
Hidden Engagement
After the announcement of
Assistant Principal Ms. Carol
Epperson's engagement , Mr. Lane
Abrell, assistant principal, shares a
laugh with her in the Fieldhouse,
Trying to
live up to
our name
was
hard. If
we
stopped
trying,
things
would
start to
slip.”
Dr. Lane
Abrell,
Asst.
Principal
Administration-205 B
Deep Thoughts
During his second hour prep, Mr. Steve
Tripenfeidas, mathematics teacher, reads about
compulsory attendance for School Law. Mr.
Tripenfeidas worked to gain his Administration
Certification in four and a half years.
Doctor’s Orders
Explaining the correct answer. Dr. Linda Elman,
Spanish teacher, helps Adil Abbas, junior, during
contact time on a Spanish program that drills
verbs. Dr. Elman received her Ph.D. at The
University of Chicago in 1996.
ofiSP
r tnev
IMP
Giving out homework as
they work on their own,
teachers relive life as
a student adding
more to their seven
hour school day
To me, life
was a
series of
lessons to
be
learned,
so to live
was to
Charles
Schallhorn,
social
studies
teacher
As the student sat at his
kitchen table with papers and
notebooks spread out,
eagerly trying to finish his
reading assignment for
school, he felt overwhelmed
with work. As he came to the
last lines of his assignment,
he remembered that his
homework had just begun.
In his own student life,
grades from the day's college
algebra test loomed in Mr.
Steve Tripenfeidas', math-
ematics teacher, mind as he
contemplated his own grade.
Although the state re-
quired that teachers contin-
ued to take additional college
classes every five years in
order to renew their teaching
licenses, other teachers
continuously put themselves
in the shoes of their students
whether taking classes to
pursue masters or even
doctorate degrees.
When Mr. Tripenfeidas sat
at his desk in his Psychology
of Education class at Purdue
Calumet, he took another
step towards earning his
Masters in Administration,
while remembering how it
felt to be a student again.
“It was nice to sit there
and listen and not have to
teach, but I also forgot what
homework was like," Mr.
Tripenfeidas said. "I didn't
mind it because I was having
fun and I enjoy learning."
Like Mr. Tripenfeidas, Mr.
Charles Schallhorn, social
studies teacher, received his
Masters degree in Science
Education in 1992. Even
though he had already
received his masters, he still
expanded his knowledge by
taking extra classes.
"To me, a good teacher
was continually excited about
learning," Mr. Schallhorn
said. "I realized long ago I
didn't really have all the
answers. To me, life was a
series of lessons to be
learned, so to live was to
learn."
While the four years it
took to earn a masters degree
seemed like a long commit-
ment, the ten years required
to receive your doctorate
seemed never-ending. Dr.
Linda Elman, Spanish
teacher, gained her Ph.D. in
romance languages and
literatures in 1996. One of
the many works involved in
getting her doctorate in-
cluded writing a 258-page
dissertation, but in the end
she felt it was well worth it.
"It had been a life-long
goal since I could remem-
ber," Dr. Elman said. "I
almost went straight through,
but I got a teaching job first
to make some money. I loved
Spanish literature, and I saw
no reason to stop learning it."
"Learning" remained the
key word in teachers' lives
whether they encouraged
their students to crack open a
book or made it a part of
their own daily habits. After
Mr. Tripenfeidas finished
grading his last test in the
pile, he gathered up all of his
papers, notebooks and
homework from the kitchen
table, turned the lights off
and walked to bed.
B 206-People
Mrs. Mary Auburn: School Nurse
Dr. Timothy Bartlett: Band, Choir Director, Music
Appreciation, Band, Music Theory, Women's
Ensemble, Mixed Ensemble
Mr. Brent Barton: West Lake Education
Mrs. Darlene Bautista: Non-educational Aide
Ms. Leigh Ann Brown: English, Composition,
World Literature, Poms coach
Mrs. Elaine Burbich: Audio Visual secretary
Mrs. Stephanie Casey: English, Composition
Mr. Brian Clark: English, Head Freshman
Football coach. Freshman Wrestling coach, Girls'
Assistant Track coach
Mr. James Davidson: Industrial Technology, JV
Boys' Basketball coach. Varsity Girls' Softball
coach
Mrs. Karen Demitroulas: Student Services
secretary. Freshman CEC
Ms. Therese Dristas: World Literature, Composi-
tion, English, Debate Coach
Ms. Snezana Drmanic: Spanish
Mrs. Susan Durken: German, French, English
Mr. John Edington: Environmental Science, AP
Biology, Science Department Chairperson
Dr. Linda Elman: Spanish
Mr. Doug Fix: Government, AP Government,
English, Composition
Ms. Jane Flaherty: West Lake Education
Mrs. Carol Florence: Guidance Counselor
Mr. Don Fortner: Business, Business Department
Chairperson, Speech Coach, Freshman Girls'
Volleyball coach
Mrs. Marge Gonce: Audio and Visual
Mr. Jeff Graves: Chemistry, AP Chemistry,
Physics
Mr. Ross Haller: Modern World History, Ancient
World History, Boys' Basketball program assistant
Mrs. Kay Hansen: Main Office secretary
Mrs. Nancy Hastings: Paragon, Crier, Photogra-
phy, Journalism, Quill and Scroll sponsor
Ms. Kelly Haussman: Chemistry
Mr. Arthur Haverstock: Environmental Science,
Biology, Zoology, Botany
Ms. Linda Haynes: Art
Mr. Mark Jansen: Earth Science, Biology
Mrs. Barbara Johnson: Trigonometry, College
Algebra, Calculus, Math Department Chairperson
Mrs. Renee Kouris: World Literature, Englesh,
Drama, Stagecraft, Drama Director
Auburn-Kouris-207 B
Dedicating their lives to their
profession, teachers donate
hours of their own time to
coach teams, sponsor
clubs and help students
Some-
times I
didn’t
leave the
building
until 1 1
p.m.
Miss
Ginger
Douglas,
Band
Director
Slapping the snooze
button for a second time, the
groggy-eyed student rolled
over for another eight
minutes of sleep. Little did he
know that already buzzing
with activity, his school,
stocked with busy teachers,
scurried around preparing
for the day.
Besides seven hours of
actual classroom time,
dedicated teachers gave more
to the students than the
school day. With only 52
minutes to pound informa-
tion into student minds,
teachers wanted more time.
"Since there was only one
period a day, I couldn't have
challenged everyone or
covered all the different
aspects of band. So, I created
Flag Corps
Taping a banner to the truck before
the Homecoming parade, Mr. Kent
Lewis, DECA sponsor, finishes the
preparations. DECA sponsored
"Dates for Dystrophy" and sold
cookies during the day. Mr. Lewis
worked with each student individu-
ally to help qualify them for state.
all the different ensembles,
but sometimes I didn't leave
the building until 11 p.m.,"
Miss Ginger Douglas, Band
Director, said.
Teachers struggled to
make extra time for students
in need. Coaches arrived late
to practices to give make-up
quizzes, teachers with
children gave up family time
to help others and club
sponsors volunteered their
own fun times for meetings.
"A social life? I sure didn't
have one," Miss Douglas said
while laughing.
Looking at the present,
teachers showed support for
the students' entire lives, not
just class time.
"I liked to watch students
compete in sports and the
Music Majors
Before the Homecoming festivities.
Miss Ginger Douglas, Band
Director, and Drum Majors Paula-
Ann Summers and Marissa Collins,
juniors, discuss the pregame and
halftime shows. "Miss Douglas tried
to help us learn the rewards of hard
work," Paula-Ann said.
other activities that they were
in," Dr. Linda Elman, Spanish
teacher, said. "I expected
them to support me in my
teachings, so why shouldn't I
have supported them in their
lives? It was just like when
parents went to sporting
events, the kids liked to see
their teachers there, too."
The beginning of Contact
Time on Tuesdays allotted a
set time when students
caught up. Providing more
one-on-one time, teachers
found this shortened period a
beneficial addition to the
learning process.
"I thought it was good that
students knew I was here if
they had a question or if they
needed any help," Miss Leigh
Ann Brown, English teacher,
said.
Weary from a long day,
the teacher headed out the
door. With papers in hand,
she prepared herself for a
night full of grading.
Mrs. Andrea Lemon: West Lake Education
Mr. Kent Lewis: Business, Marketing, DECA,
Wrestling
Mr. Steve Lopez: U.S. History, Modem World
History, Junior Class CEC, Boys' Track
Ms. Paula Malinski: Physical Education
Mrs. Alyce Mart-Webb: French, French Club
Mrs. Cheryl Mason: Media Specialist
Mr. Scott McAllister: Economics, Govern-
ment, U.S. History, Varsity Football, Assistant
Girls' Track
Mr. Robert McCall: English, Junior Class CEC,
Freshman Girls' Softball, Varsity Football
Mrs. Helga Meyer: German, German Club
Mr. Chris Miller: World Geography, Ancient
World History
Mr. Steve Moell: Algebra, Business Math,
Sophomore CEC, Assistant Drama Director,
Boys' Swimming, Girls' Golf
Mr. Ed Musselman: Algebra, Computer
Coordinator, Boys' Golf, Boys' Tennis
Mrs. Nancy Newcomb: Computer Literacy,
Business, Student Government
Mrs. Lori Nicholas: Library secretary
Mrs. Kathy Olviotto: Guidance counselor
Mrs. Jackie Podkul: Algebra, Geometry,
Trigonometry, College Algebra, Senior CEC
Mrs. Patricia Premetz: Trigonometry, Algebra,
College Algebra
Ms. Ruth Robertson: Bookkeeper
Mr. David Russell: English, Photography,
Creative Writing
Mr. Charles Schallhom: Psychology,
Sociology, Sociology of Religion, JV Girls'
Volleyball
Mr. Robert Shinkan: Geometry, Boys' Varstiy
Baseball, Assistant Varsity Football
Mrs. Eileen Thorp: Non-educational Aide,
Spepch Team
Mrs. Darlene Trimble: West Lake Education
Mr. Steven Tripenfeldas: Trigonometry,
College Algebra, Geometry, JV Baseball, Senior
CEC
Mrs. Charlene Tsoutsouris: Spanish, Foreign
Language Department Chairperson
Mr. Don Ullman: Chemistry, Academic
Competition Club
Mrs. Dorothy Vanzyl: Athletic secretary
Mrs. Kathy Webb: Non-educational Aide,
SADD, Project X
Mrs. Jody Weiss: English, Composition,
Reading
Mrs. Marsha Weiss: Guidance counselor
Mrs. Anne Whiteley: Spanish, Spanish Club
Mr. Thomas Whiteley: U.S. History, Social
Studies Department Chairperson
Mrs. Annette Wisniewski: Guidance
Counselor
Mr. Stephen Wroblewski: Geometry,
Computer Programming
Mrs. Mary Yorke: Composition, Speech,
English Literature, English Department
Chairperson, Speech and Debate Team, NFL
Lemon-Yorke-209 B
WATCHERSs
To teach Matt, a Munster
resident, how to float,
Amanda Greenya, sopho-
more, holds him on his back
at swim lessons on Saturday
mornings at
9 a.m. Students chose jobs
which sparked interests.
"I taught swim lessons
because I liked working
with kids," Amanda said.
"It was also a fun way to
earn money."
MANIA
On a weekday
afternoon, freshmen
John O' Block and Dan
Grady head into
Showplace 16. The
lower ticket costs for
students encouraged
many to catch movies.
To help earn money for the Boys'
Swim Team, Peter Mencher, junior,
works at the concession stand
shoveling popcorn into boxes.
Activities required money, and
students understood that money
required work and time.
*21 0-Community Divider
AID
Volunteering her time as a candy
striper at Community Hospital,
Kelly Florek, senior, hands a
patient a glass of water. Kelly
donated her time knowing that
she planned to become a nurse.
Caryn Kobe,
senior
Sarah Nelson,
sophomore
NOTICE
ing new
tastes, shopping opportunities
and homes which sprouted up
on the other side of 45th, stu-
dents grabbed a bagel before they bought the
Smashing Pumpkins CD at Circuit City.
YOUR
time seemed well spent as you
donated hours back to that growing community.
Whether delivering flowers to hospital patients or
bringing smiles to children when they received toys
you donated in the Mustang Round Up or the Adopt-
an-Angel program in Advisory, thinking of others
offered self-satisfaction.
REGIONS
rearranged as students
moved across town to houses that emerged out of
seemingly nowhere in Briar Creek, White Oak Es-
tates or Meadows of St. George.
AGAIN
day turned into night and the
chance arose to catch a flick at Showplace 16 movie
theater. Cost conscious students took advantage of
the $3.50 student price to see movies like Scream
and the Jan. 31 re-release of Star Wars.
AND
when a dance arrived, students ex-
hausted community resources. The supply of unvis-
ited clothing stores, flower shops, and beauty salons
seemed harder and harder to find.
AGAIN
time didn’t allow enough opportu-
nity for students to see all the up and coming mov-
ies, dine at favorite restaurants, browse store aisles,
or lend a helping hand around the community, but
students took advantage of their surroundings.
Community Divider-21 1 ■
Best Wishes
to
Afunster High School
Compliments Of
Associated Pathologists
Of
Munster, Indiana, P.C.
i
Domenico Lazzaro, M.D.
Joseph Pabon, M.D.
Rosita Ngo, M.D.
Rasheed Hammadeh, M.D.
Jorge De Cordova, M.D.
Ruth Goldberg, M.D.
90 1 Mac Arthur Blvd.
Munster, Indiana
(219) 836-1600
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■
212-Community
INVOLVEMENT
Congratulations to MHS Class of 1997
"" Orthodontics, Inc.
Drs. Cavanaugh, Rooksberry, Hyde, Koufos, Altschul, Hurst
1630 45th St.
9495 Keilman
1830 S. 11th St.
Munster 46321
St. John 46373
Chesterton 46304
924-1440
365-2323
926-1463
130 E. Joliet
911 Wall St. Suite A
3580 N. Hobart Rd.
Schererville 46375
Valparaiso 46383
Hobart 46342
322-4773
462-3537
962-7320
Joseph Stalmack &
Associates
Law Offices
Joseph Stalmack
Attorney
5253 Hohman Ave. ' 937-3700
Hammond 46320 Toll Free 800/552-6860
m
*
Off-side
Soccer
b O .I
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op, inc.
3305 45th St.
Highland 46322
922-4598
"No judgement call,
your source for soccer "
Ed Kozlowski
Insurance Agency Inc.
—
STATE FARM
( INSURANCE
6629 U.S. Highway 30
Schererville 46375
322-2010
HIGHLAND ANIMAL
HOSPITAL, INC.
Dr. Michael Walker
Dr. Amy Halaburt
Dr. A.F. De Graaf
9308 Indianapolis Blvd. • Highland • 924-5050
Monday 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Community-213
COMMUNITY
John Hodson
Coins
Suite 1650 G 45th Ave.
Munster
924-3555
Professional Numismatist
Estate and Collection Appraisals
Coins-Stamps-Autographs
Dealer in Baseball Cards, including
sets, stars, cases
/IN /l Life Member # 885
The Theater
Department
Of
Munster
High School
§ir cf§icNs
Sandi L. Kozlowski
1233 Melbrook Drive
Munster
923-4444
original artwork
commissions • paintings
drawings • murals
multi-media collages
Sanfratello’s
2100 45th Street
Highland
922-1400
food for thought
After school, seniors Jennifer Zenos,
Mehul Desai and Denise Trelinski
enjoy dinner at Sanfratello's. From
stuffed pizza and garlic bread to
complete meals, Sanfratello's offered
a wide choice of Italian cuisine.
Certified Driving
School
9521 Indianapolis Blvd.
Highland 46322
924-6622
rules of the road
Instructing his students on correct
driving procedures, Jerry Mazur,
Certified Driving School owner,
lectures over severe weather
conditions. Certified prepared soon-
to-be drivers for driving tests and all
the fundamentals of the road.
Aladdin
Travel Agency
909 Ridge Rd.
Munster
836-1090
*21 4-Community
INVOLVEMENT
9500 Indianapolis
Blvd.
Highland 46322
924-1710
Bushwackers
Hair Designers
2012 45th Ave.
Suite O
Highland 46322
924-1117
Make an appointment
today for all of your
styling needs!
American Savings, FSB
8230 Hohman Ave.
Munster
836-3820
throw me the money
As they stop in American Savings, FSB, juniors Kelly McShane,
Carolyn Bielfeldt, Jodie Sopher, Sarah Drolen and Megan Ronco keep
up their savings account to ration their income and economize their
money for college. Having trust in the bank and its procedures, the
girls seldom worried about being low on cash.
J On the
Job
Nick Marmalejo,
karate teacher
Age: 17
Employer: Midwest Budokan
Uniform: White Gi Robe and Black
belt
Time Employed: 2 years
Time in training: 4 years
Hours I work per week: 6
Job Description: "To learn the
martial arts and teach it to others. I
trained three times a week for two
hours each time. Karate was always
on my mind. I was always working
to get better."
Best Part: "The spirit of the Goju-
Ryu Karate. It helped me to attain
my goal of getting my black belt. It
took me four years of work to
become good enough and maintain
the level of respect it took to earn it. I
also grew as a person."
Worst Part: "The hard work it took
to improve at the art of Karate."
My typical work day: "I taught both
the kids from ages 9-13 and the
adults ranging to their 40s. For the
kids, I worked more on basic things
like kicks and punches. I'd work on
more combinations and advanced
moves like throws with the
adults."
Other Benefits: "I got discounts
on books and such, as well as
classes."
If I could change one thing about
my job: "I wouldn't have taught
kids because I couldn't throw
them and do other more
advanced moves."
Community-215
COMMUNITY
STEAK & SEAFOOD HOUSE
9144 INDIANAPOLIS BLVD •HIGHLAND
838-8000
PRIME STEAKS
FRESH SEAFOOD
GOURMET ENTREES
•EARLY BIRD SPECIALS
•DINNER SPECIALS
•BUSINESSMEN LUNCHEONS
• BANQUET FACILITIES UP TO 75 PEOPLE
ENTERTAINMENT & DANCING
WHEN YOU ENTERTAIN
IN OUR AREA
YOU DO IT IN STYLE
AT
Alexander's ’’
Alexander's
For all your
fine dining needs
Congratulations to all
Munster High School
graduates
^HE FC/V
2020 45th Ave.
Highland
924-8678
Congratulations to the
Class of 1997
hndstra ,
store for men
S
2629 Highway Ave.
Highland 46322
923-3545
suiting up
Trying on a sport coat after school, Scott
Crepeau, senior, shops at Zandstra's store
for men. Zandstra's provided dress and
casual footwear, unique accessories, and
custom alterations for everything from
dances to everyday wear.
BIG
Ml
RECORDS
8140 Calumet Ave.
Munster
836-TUNE
decision making
Browsing around, sophomores Keith
Junker and Jared Hamilton choose from
Big Time Records' selection of music from
punk rock to classical.
■21 6-Community
INVOLVEMENT
We proudly support
Afunster High School
Compliments Of
Medical Management & Data Services
Complete Medical Office Management, Planning and Billing Services
Nancy Cleve, Coordinator Jennifer McGuire, Coordinator
9201 Calumet Avenue, Munster, Indiana 46321
(219) 836-2022
606 E. Lincolnway, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383
(219) 462-5667
and
Weichman & Associates , P.C.
Certified Public Accountants and Consultants
William B ere aw, C.P.A.
Marc Hruskocy, M.B.A.
Siobahn Munoz, C.PA .
Jim Schaefer, C.P.A. , C.F.P
Linda Einterz, C.P.A.
Kevin My beck, M.H.A.
Tom Swihart, C.P.A., M.B.A .
Jack Weichman, C.P.A.
9201 Calumet Avenue, Munster, Indiana 46321
(219) 836-9024
Community-217 1
COMMUNITY
On the
Job
Sara Jones, scoretaker
Age: 18
Employer: The Times
Uniform: What ever I wanted to
wear
Time Employed: 1 year
Hours I work per week: 18
Job Description: "I answered
phones, and when high school
coaches called in from Indiana or
Illinois, I took the info about the
game their team just played."
Best Part: "I worked with cool
people and played on the
Internet."
Worst Part: "When about 80
million people called in at the
same time, and I was the only one
taking scores."
I chose this job because: "It was
related to the field I wanted to be
in."
My typical work day: "I came in at
4 p.m. and waited for baseball
games or track meets or whatever
to be over, and then I answered
phones and took scores until about
9 p.m. Then I sat there for an hour,
which was usually when I played
STATE FARM
INSURANCE
Roger A.
Slosser
Agent
3311 45th St.
Highland 46322
922-4343
2064 45th Ave.
Highland
924-3732
Fax: 924-4977
7440 Calumet Ave.
Hammond
931-6767
'21 8-Community
INVOLVEMENT
Marszczak
AoDlianc
ppliance, Inc.
Supply and repair of appliances
9450 Calumet Ave.
Munster
836-1188
Marszczak's
will make
yoar kitchen
exceptional!
John ‘Bacino 's
Fine dining in Munster
1734 45th St.
922-0800
Monday-Friday: 11-10 p.m.
Saturday: 4-10 p.m.
Sunday: 3-9 p.m.
She ‘Btossom
Shoppe
2030 45th Ave.
Highland
46322
924-8307
800/234-8307
^ Purveyors of fine
f Torah and gifts
Jukebox
Billiards
7910 Calumet
Munster
836-2550
o
Salon
41
222 S. Rt. 41
Schererville
865-6515
a cut above
Looking for a new summer style,
Roxanna Bargoz, junior, watches as
Sun, her Salon 41 hairstylist, puts
on finishing touches. Onmi’s Salon
41 provided a full range of beauty
services at a convenient location.
Community-219 1
COMMUNITY
We Proudly Support
ter aSc/zoo/
Compliments Of
Cardiac Institute of Indiana, L.L.C.
Miguel A. Gambetta, M.D, F.A.C.C.
Jack H. Ziegler, M.D.
Jorge J. Martinez, M.D.
Eric Schulte, M.D., F.A.C.C.
P. Ramon Llobet, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Andre K. Artis, M.D.
James E. Carter, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Mark A. Dixon, D.O.
Scott Kaufman, D.O.
Zlatan Stepanovic, M.D.
3229 Broadway 7863 Broadway 4320 Fir Street
Gary, IN Merrillville, IN East Chicago, IN
(219) 884-9180 (219) 769-3678 (219) 398-4714
9003 Calumet Avenue
Suite 606, West Pavilion
Munster, IN
(219) 836-1555
1400 S. Lake Park Avenue
Suite 400
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-6166
Corporate Office
9201 Calumet Avenue
Munster, IN
(219) 836-2022
^O-Community
INVOLVEMENT
Ronald
Gershman
Interiors
Interior Design
1507 Tulip Ln.
Munster
972-9122
masterhand
Practicing a piece, Sarah Thevenin,
junior, perfects the piano skills she
acquired through lessons at O'Day
Music Studios.
O'DAY
MUSIC
tndios
2605 Highway Ave.
Highland 46322
838-9870
Beginning to advanced
lessons in piano, organ,
keybord, guitar, vocal and all
stringed and band
instruments
Indiana
Botanic
Garden
3401 W. 37th Ave.
Hobart 46342
947-4040
Herbs, teas, vitamins,
beauty products
natural wonder
After creating the Indiana Botanic
Gardens (IBG) catalog, Michelle
Wilson,'87; Beverly Thevenin, Munster
resident; Robert Trent/77; and Tammy
Cleland/81 display their healthy products.
Pace
Packaging
Corp.
7401 S. Pulaski
Chicago, IL 60629
1-800-PACE-PKG
Congratulations to the
Class of 1997!
Co mg r a tul a tiovis
to the senior Marching Mustangs and
the rest of the Class of 1997!
-The Desai Family-
Community-221 B
COMMUNITY
Congratulations
to the
Class of 19971
Munster High
PTO
Bohling's
Florist, Inc.
919 C Ridge Road
Munster
836-5100
12 Ridge Road
Munster
836-8286
8979 Broadway • Merrillville 46410 • 769-6616
Congratulations , Class of '97!
crammed in
Anticipating warm weather,
seniors Mike Morgan, Kyle
Dempsey, Rita Schmid, Natalie
Campbell, Jordan Feldman,
junior George Kouros, and
seniors Jenny Triana, Katie
Woodrick, A1 Song, Kelly
Rothschild, Melanie Yuraitis,
and Jim Nelson, drop the top of
Mr. Rothschild's convertible to
drive around town. Rothschild
Insurance Agency serviced all
types of insurance needs.
, 222-Community
INVOLVEMENT
Daniel Kleehammer, DDS Michael Olivotto, DDS
Joseph Lovasko, DDS Jay Platt, DDS
601 A U.S. Highway 30 7214 Calumet Ave.
Schereville Hammond
322-0501 932-6300
Northwest Oral Surgeons
Quality Professional Care For Over 30 Years
State Senator
Sandy Dempsey
wishes
the Class of 1997
good luck!
time out
Senator Sandy Dempsey takes a
moment away from her busy
senatorial schedule to pose for a quick
picture with her son Kyle, senior.
Best Wishes to
the Class of '97!
Always remember the
Golden Rule. Treat others
as you would like to be
treated.
- Dr. Benjamin
Schmid and Family
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1630 45th Street,
Suite 104
Munster
924-8766
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Job
Ryan Glinski, butcher
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Age: 17
Employer: Howard s and Sons
Hours I work per week: 30
Uniform: A black hat, shirt and
tie,jeans, and gym shoes
Time employed: Two years
Job description: "I cut and pack-
aged meat, took inventory and
cleaned up."
Best Part: "It was easy work. Most
of the time we goofed around. It
was cool because I got to work with
Nate Berg and I made other
friends"
Worst Part:"Working in the
freezers.You were usually in there
for a few hours straighting up and
it got really cold."
If I could change one thing about
my job it would be: "The smell, it
got pretty foul when things were
ripe in there."
Other Benefits: "If you needed
another a job you were qualified
to work at Sterks,
because you knew
how to chop
meat."
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COMMUNITY
Munster
Animal
Hospital
9460 Calumet Ave.
Munster
836-1073
Supply Company
plumbing supply and repair
538 Ridge Rd.
Munster
836-9006
Fax: 836-5150
Folta
Insurance
Agency
302 Belden Place
Munster
836-8264
Meeting your insurance needs
Richard G.
Reffkin,
DDS
Dental care for everyone
9339 Calumet Ave.
Munster
972-9190
The Senior Cheerleaders say...
Congratulations Class of 1997!
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time out
Taking a break from their busy game Triana and Elizabeth Wickland and (back row)
schedule, senior cheerleaders (front row) Melanie Yuraitis, Kelly Rothschild and Erin
Natalie Campbell, Heather Hamilton, Jenny Kenar celebrate Senior Night.
The
Commander
745 Ridge Rd.
Munster
836-4009
out to lunch
Relaxing at a table at The Commander,
sophomores Scot Goldyn, Daniel
Dukich, Marc Quagliara, and Chris
Grzych, junior, drink cofee. The
Commander served as a community
outlet for quick meals.
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761 45th Street
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 924-1330
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On the
Job
Eric Tomeo, Volunteer
I I
Age: 16
Volunteers at: South Side
Christian Church
Time Involved: 8 months
Job description: "I pretty
much played with the kids
(who were ages 4 to 6). I
usually sat down on the
floor and sang songs with
them. I also told them what
to do on their papers for
Sunday School."
Best Part: "I liked playing
with the kids because they
were kids. They were just
like me. They were wild and
crazy. I liked to work with
kids and I also liked to help
the church."
Worst Part: "When they
wouldn't stop playing when
it was time to sit down or
help clean up."
My typical work day: "First
of all, I played with the kids.
They would try to put me in
jail, but I usually broke out.
We cleaned up then and sat
on the rug and
sang songs."
COMMUNITY
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JEWELERS and GEMOLOGISTS
❖ FINE JEWELRY
❖ PRECIOUS STONES
❖CUSTOM DESIGNED JEWELS
Fit For Every
Occasion
2014 45th St.
Highland 46322
924-8080
Safari ffeach
Tanning
Salon
-*-4 Types of Beds
-^-Various Lotions
-'rcNail Care
1938 45th Street
Munster 924-4078
squeaky clean
Working at Safari Beach, Tatum Miller, senior,
wipes the bed clean and sanitizes the glass for the
next appointment. Safari provided tanning, nail
care and a variety of lotions for customers.
Rose
Real €stcite
Residential Professionals
"Serving the area
for three generations "
8231 Hohman Ave.
Suite 200
Munster
836-2400
Dr. Fredrick
Young
EYECARE
FOR EVERYONE
1646 45th St.
Munster
eye to eye
Leaning into the eye-examining
instrument in front of her, Lisa Young,
junior, has her father Dr. Young check
her eye sight. Dr. Young provided his
patients with quality eye care and
thorough examinations.
226-Community
Goodman, Ball,
V an Bokkelen,
Leonard & Kline
9013 Indianapolis Blvd.
Highland 46322
838-9200
CKUCL
litigation lessons Bokkelen, Katie Frazier, '96, Max Goodman,
Learning the law from attorneys at senior, and Becky Brown, '96, discover the
law Mr. Goodman and Mr. Van importance of legal cases and suits.
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Merle Norman
Cosmetics
-Full Line Skin Care and
Cosmetics
-Free Make-Up Lessons
-Makeovers for Homecoming,
Prom or Weddings
2132 45th St.
Highland 46322
924-1555
beauty basics
While working at Merle Norman, Margaret
Taylor, junior, stocks the shelves with hand
lotion. Offering everything from cosmetics to
ear piercing, customers could purchase their
necessary beauty supplies all in one stop.
Roney & Company
Member New York Stock Exchange
Investment Services
"Pe&psle WUa K.nou* Haney, HecOMwn&nd Haney "
Visit Dennis Bielfeldt, Vice President at:
900 Ridge Rd.
Munster 836-6134
learning the trade
After a seven hour school
day, Carolyn Bielfeldt,
junior, drops in on her father,
Dennis Bielfeldt, to learn
about the day's popular
investments, stocks and
bonds. Given the option of
five brokers, adults learned
about the opportunity to gain
profits on investments such
as General Electric and IBM.
COMMUNITY
Chris J.
Morfas, DDS
"Where you're treated like
one of the family"
510 Ridge Rd.
Munster
836-8141
2449 45th Ave. Highland 46322
924-7210
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PI KF FLOWER AND PLANT ESSENCES
FEATURING PRODUCTS BY:
ARTEC*AVEDA*BIOLAGE*MATIRIX*
NEXXUS-PAUL MITCHELL* REDKEN*SEBASTIAN
McShane’s
Your Best Value ... Everyday ... Since 1921
1 844 45th Street
Munster
924-1400
working woman
As she visits her father Brian McShane,
president, Kelly McShane, junior, picks
out pens from McShane’s. With a large
variety of office product sales, the
community found an assortment of
supplies from McShane's to fulfill their
office, home or school needs.
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INVOLVEMENT
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•the family pizzeria •
1372 Main St.
Crete, IL 60417
(708) 672-4000
Best wishes to the Class of '97!
A Proud
Tradition:
MUNSTER
GIRLS ' TENNIS
(food Luck Seniors!
Made to YOUR Liking
822 Ridge Rd.
Munster
836-5252
sandwich artist
Working after school at Subway, Bill
Kaminski, senior, tops a sub for a customer.
From garden-fresh toppings and white and
wheat rolls to hearty soups and soft-baked
cookies. Subway found a fresh approach to
suit everyone’s taste.
Don Powers
Agency, Inc.
911 Ridge Road
Munster
836-8900
jin' the Center
JjCJ for Visual -a
Performing Arts
Excellence in banquets,
meetings and events
1040 Ridge Road
Munster
836-1930
hair mmom pi
CHARLES
•MAKE-UP
120 Griffith Blvd.
Griffith
924-6677
Community-229 B
COMMUNITY
Marcus
Car and Truck
Rental
8840 Indianapolis Blvd. • Highland 46322
838-0200
❖ Vitamins & Supplements
❖ Sports Nutrition
❖ Household Products
❖ Personal Products
Contact: Kaaren Ann Mashura
K.A. Mashura Productions
836-5079
Satisfying your family’s needs
Congratulations
To The
Class Of
1997!
106 Indian Boundary Rd.
Chesterton 46304
926-7595
Famous for Spinach Souffle and
Fresh Broccoli Stuffed Pizza
Fresh Salads, Pasta & Desserts
Lunch • Dine In • Carryout
Delivery
Order By Phone
836-2010
Munster
7920 Calumet Ave.
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INVOLVEMENT
On the
job
John Crawford,
Deputy Coroner
Age: 18
Employer: Lake County
Government Center
Uniform: slacks and a nice
shirt, name tag, and
coroner's cap
Time Employed: one year
Job Description: "I typed
reports, took phone calls,
and went to scene calls to
assist them."
Best Part: "Going to the
scenes in a police car with
the lights and sirens."
Worst Part: "Notifying the
families of the deaths."
I chose this job because: "It
was interesting. It
introduced me to the field of
politics and law
enforcement."
If I could change one thing
about my job it would be:
"Getting my own badge."
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Hours I work per week: 12
Other Benefits: "I worked
with a great group of
people, especially
the other
investigators."
12 Convenient Locations
5243 Hohman Ave., Hammond
7227 Calumet Ave., Hammond
200 West Ridge Rd., Griffith
2012 North Main St., Crown Point
1844 Indianapolis Blvd., Whiting - Robertsdale
2409 East 141st St., East Chicago
3514 - 169th St., Hammond
7520 Indianapolis Blvd., Hammond
915 Ridge Rd., Munster
9770 Wicker Ave., St. John
7701 Broadway, Merrillville
3500 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso
Lake County 932-8220
Porter County 462-0105
Member FDIC
COMMUNITY
to
Munster High School
Compliments Of
Munster Radiology Group
John W. Gustaitis, M.D.
Young S. Lee , M.D.
Kenneth Shin,, M.D.
Randolph Roberts, M.D.
Thomas Hoess, M.D.
David S. Williams . M.D.
901 IV1 ac Arthur EJlvd.
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-1600
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Largus
Printing
732 W. 45th St.
Munster
922-8414
senior spirit
On the football field, senior football
players, cheerleaders, and poms celebrate
their last year as Mustang athletes by
taking a group picture on Senior Night.
INVOLVEMENT
GO RED RAGE!
The Educational Benchmark
We've got the edge\
CONTACT: Carol Talabay,
MS Ed., Director
9123 Holly Lane
Munster
838-0740
/(CALUMET
[^COLLEGE
of St. Joseph
If you're serious about
earning your degree,
Calumet College of St.
Joseph is the place to get an
education that fits you!
For Information Call:
219-473-4325 or
312-721-0202 Ext.. 215
Gary
Greenbaum
Agency
For Your Insurance Needs
223 N. Broad
Griffith 46319
922-9900
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On the i
Job
Margaret Taylor,
Beauty Consultant
Age: 17
Employer: Merle Morman
Uniform: dress clothes (nice
pants, skirts, or dresses)
Time employed: one year
Job Description: "I worked
with all ages, especially teen-
agers, on skin care and make-
up. I also gave make-overs
for dances such as prom."
Best Part: "I got to do some-
thing fun and meet new
people. I also traveled and
attended seminars."
Worst Part: "When the studio
was packed and everyone
wanted your devoted
attention."
Hours I work per week:10-13
My typical work day: "I came
in at 10 a.m. on Saturday and
helped to open up the studio.
A few brides or other special
occasion make-overs were
done. I usually stayed until 5
p.m. and helped close for the
day. During this
time, I would work
with some walk-ins,
lesson make-overs,
and ear-piercings."
COMMUNITY
Dr. Jorge A.
Benavente
9175 Calumet Ave.
Munster
836-7800
family fun
At Dr. Jorge A. Benavente's office after
school, three of his daughters, sophomore
Salina, senior Melisa, and junior Elena, try
on different eye glass frames. Dr. Benavente
provided eye care and fashion eye
accessories for his patients.
Se^otstg, 4ot4, 7972/
2556 45th St.
Highland 46322
924-2525
Carry Out or Delivery
-Broasted Chicken~BBQ
Ribs~Shrimp~Italian
Foods-Sandwichcs-Fish
COMPLIMENTS OF
Pinkerton and Friedman
PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
A law firm concentrating in business and income
tax planning , estate planning / pension and profit-sharing
plans and business affairs.
Kirk A. Pinkerton
Stuart J. Friedman
9245 Calumet Ave.
Suite 201
Munster
836-3050
Jeffrey F. Gunning
Richard N. Shapiro
234-Community
INVOLVEMENT
VADIS MAID
SALON & DAY SPA
9245 Calumet Ave.
Suite 203
Munster
836-2739
sly glance
Following her appointment at
Vanis, Reagan Wellner, Highland
resident, flaunts her chic, new
hairstyle. Being a salon and day
spa, Vanis offered customers an
assortment of hair, skin, and beauty
supplies daily.
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KflDDOU
Resale, Consignment & Gift Shop
9521 Indianapolis
Blvd,
Highland 46322
924-8588
Briar Ridge
Pro Shop
Jack Sudac - Head Pro
123 Country Club Drive
Schereville 46375
322-1245
ProTel ©
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17253 Continental
Lansing, IL
60438
(708) 418-0600
A telemarketing company”
Congratulations
to the
Class of 1997!
Community-235*
COMMUNITY
Melanie
Jenny
Natalie
Congratulations
and Best of Luck
as
IU Roomies!
Love, Your Parents
Kristina,
You've always
been a blessing.
Thanks, honey, for
four great high
school years.
They've been fun for
us, too!
We love you!
Mom and Dad
Dear Becky,
We are so very proud of
you! Keep holding
tightly to your dream
until it becomes your
reality. Your future
looks very promising!
Love,
Mom, Dad, Aaron, Ryan
and Sparky
Gabe,
We are so proud of all you do
from Cross Country to Band
to Track.
You have made us
VERY
PROUD!
Good Luck in all your future
endeavors.
Love,
Dad, Mom, Omar
and Valerie
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Custom Dressmaking to
fit our customers' needs
435 Ridge Rd.
Munster
836-8080
Mon. - Fri. 9:00-6:00
Sat. 9:00-4:00
Bob's
Lawn Mower
Sales & Service, INC.
Lawn & Snow Equipment
8220 Calumet Ave.
Munster
836-7918
hideaway
RESTAURANT AND PANCAKE HOUSE
7981 Calumet Ave.
Munster
836-4127
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INVOLVEMENT
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Bost TVzs
to
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Compliments of
Comprehensive Renal Care, Inc.
&
Nephology Specialists, P.C.
David L. Ashbach, M.D.
Michael Floyd \ M.D.
Steven Mischel, D. O.
Kupusamy Umapathy, M.D.
Shahabul Arfeen, M.D.
Suresh Lakshminarayanan, M.D.
222 Douglas St. 4802 Broadway 606 E. Lincolnway
Hammond, IN Gary, IN Valparaiso, IN
(219) 932-1199 (219) 887-1199 (219) 531-1299
120 Dunes Plaza 9038 Columbia Ave. 9003 Calumet Ave.
Michigan City, IN Suite A Suite 605
(219) 878-1989 Munster, IN Munster, IN
(219) 836-1299 (219) 836-0306
Corporate Office
9201 Calumet Avenue
Munster, IN
(219) 836-2022
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COMMUNITY
On the
Job
Adam Rogers: Paper carrier
Age: 17
Occupation: Paper boy
Employer: The Times
Uniform: Anything
Time Employed: 5 years
Job Description: Deliver
papers to subscribers
Best Part: “I got paid for
basically doing nothing.”
Worst Part: “I had to get
up every morning at 6 a.m.
During the swim season, it
was a lot worse because I
then had to wake up at 5
a.m. in order to get the
papers delivered.”
1 chose this job because: "I
was paid for something that
wasn't really hard to do, and I
won a scholarship after 5
years of delivering."
Hours I work per week:
2 1/3
My typical work day: “I
woke up at 6 a.m., delivered
my papers for about 20
minutes, came home and got
ready for school, and then I
was off.”
Other Benefits:
“Scholarships that are
worth $4,000
are available
after working
for 5
yearn.
BOSflK
HONDA
‘fi Name You Can Trust"
If / ‘a.
3 MILES NORTH OF U.S. 30 ON ROUTE 41
9800 INDIANAPOLIS BLVD. HIGHLAND
Mon. thru Thurs. 9S; Frt. 945: Sat. 9-5- Service Hours: Moo., Wed., Thurs.,
Fri. &5: Tues. &£; Sat. 8-2
922-3100
J AND J COINS
6526 Indianapolis Blvd.
Hammond 46320
845-1824
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7019 Calumet Ave.
Woodmar Mall
Hammond 46320
932-5818
prized possesions
Displaying their autographed Bulls basketball and
Star Wars figurines, Brian Hoogeveen, '92, takes
pride in ] and J Coins. J and J Coins carried a variety
of items for collectors' every need, specializing in
jewelry appraisal, coins and baseball cards.
MOLENAR EYECARE SPECIALISTS, LTD.
Dr. Wes Molenar, Optometrist
Dr. Brant Molenar, Optometrist
"Using our God given talents to serve others" 1 Peter 4:10
• Comprehensive Exams-Adults/Teens/Infants
•LASIK, PRK, RK Consultations • Contact
Lenses* Pleasant Atmosphere • Optical Showroom
Since 1934, the Molenar Tradition has been to provide thorough
examinations using state of the art instrumentation and to furnish
optical products and services that are the finest available anywhere.
( 708 ) 474-0078
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INVOLVEMENT
Joel B.
Schoen,
DDS
926 Ridge Rd.
Munster
836-9122
open wide
Taking a moment from his scheduled
practice. Dr. Joel Schoen goofs around
with his daughter's friend Nicole
Rosenbaum, sophomore, as sopho-
mores Anne Ellis, Melissa Schrage, Lisa
Eidam and Kate Schoen watch. Dr.
Schoen accommodated quality dental
care for patients of all ages at his
Munster location.
A WHITMAN COMPANY
9300 Calumet Ave.
Munster
836-1800
pub party
Stopping their busy work in the
Publications Room, Crier and
Paragon staffers enjoy Pepsi
products during a break in their
deadline work.
8940 Indianapolis Blvd.
Highland 46322
510 West Lincoln Hwy.
Merrillville 46410
ONE STOP GOLF SHOP
-Golf Equipment and Apparel-
Custom Clubs & Repair
THE GOLF LOCKE *
Specializing in Golf Outing Prizes
9521 Indianapolis Blvd.
Highland 46322
924-0301
Community-239®
COMMUNITY
cAR.S. *
#1 in used quality parts
"Everything from Boom to Zoom."
6250 Indianapolis Blvd.
Hammond 46324
844-6600
Improve
grades and
confidence.
Sylvan makes the difference
• Reading
•Math
•SAT /ACT
•Study Skills
•Algebra
•Writing
•Geometry
Sylvan
Learning
Centers®
SYLVAN
LEARNING
CENTER
Better grades are just the beginning
Sir James Court
9515 Indianapolis Blvd.
Highland 46322
922-8321
Oscar g. de la Paz. m.d., P.c. Congratulations to the Class of 1997!
David C. Wilks, M.D., P.C.
Bruce Yalowitz, M.D.
URO-SURGERY ASSOCIATES
Adult and Pediatric Urology
Center
9132 Columbia Ave. 8695 Connecticut St. 6375 U.S. Hwy. 6
Munster Merrillville 46410 Portage 46368
836-0161 736-1255 762-3666
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INVOLVEMENT
Your Class Ring Headquarters!
L & M Jewelers
3338 Ridge Rd.
Lansing, IL 60438
(708) 474-9235
(800) 791-5111
JAY D. KAROL,
DDS
Family & General
Dentistry
7134 Calumet Ave.
Hammond 46324
932-0434
DAVID M. RADOV1CH, DDS
&
MICHAEL S. PEREZ, DDS
Family Dentistry
509 Ridge Rd.
Munster
836-5424
720 W. Chicago Ave.
East Chicago 46312
397-4360
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slopes by Lake Geneva, walked to
Key for a frozen pizza and yet
another weekend of watching v ideos
or were subjected to Floyd because
Shikey got control of the stereo
again, we were always left asking
where Grandma went and how many
spoons she took.
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places a "Nat clogged
the toilet again!' a
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coming?" a Pidi Mimi a
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the creek a B. test '94 a
In her. ..eyes... a "Yoo
Hoo, It's picture time!"
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job
Fernando Urzua:
Cart Shed Worker
Age: 18
Employer: Briar Ridge
Country Club
Uniform: maroon polo, khakis
Time Employed: Two years
Job Description: "I helped
people unload their clubs from
their cars, and then I loaded
them into my cart and drove
them up to the pro-shop. I
helped keep the driving range
full of balls and functioning."
Best Part: "When it was a slow
day we just cruised around the
course or those days when you
made around $50 in tips."
Worst Part: Washing the range
balls. The ball washing ma-
chine fell apart at least every
five min-
/
utes, and
you had
to fix it
which
meant
you got
the foul-
smelling
soap on
you.
Fehring & Son
Printers
Family owned since 1939
7336 Calumet Ave.
Hammond 46324
933-0439
FAX: 931-8814
Plastic Gustavo E.
Cosmetic Galante, MD
& Jr\
. 9305 Calumet Ave.
Reconstructive suite c-i
Munster
836-0050
Congratulations Class of 1997!
LEE & ASSOCIATES
James E. Lee, MAI, SRA
Real Estate Appraiser • Consultant
Indiana and Illinois Certified General Licensed
1544 45th Ave.
Suite 5
Munster
924-4400
FAX: 924-0499
Surgery
242-Community
INVOLVEMENT
We are not all model material
If you have considered cosmetic surgery,
let us "bring out the best in you!"
Howard J. Weinberg, M.D., has
performed plastic surgery for over 18
years and is available to discuss
procedures, techniques, risks and
alternatives.
Breast surgery»Nasal Surgery»Tummy
tucks»Liposuction»Facial Surgery»Hand Surgery
El N BERG
PLASTIC SURGERY
Three Locations To Serve You
761 -45th Ave. 1751 Thornapple Circle 1300 State St.
Munster Valparaiso, IN LaPorte, IN
219/924-3377 219/477-2005 219/324-3006
In Northern Indiana it's Weinberg for Plastic Surgery
Certified-American Board of Plastic Surgery • Fellow-American College of Surgeons Member-
American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
Meeting the Medical
Needs of Northwest
Indiana
K
Munster
7905 Calumet
Ave.
1-219-836-5800
1-800-279-8700
Hammond Clinic
St. John
11355 W. 97th
Lane
1-219-365-5577
1-800-840 5800
A.G. Edwards &
Sons , Inc.
INVESTMENTS SINCE 1887
Members New York Stock Exchange , Inc.
Paul R. Burrell
Vice President-Investmants
751 E. Porter Ave.
Suite 6
Chesterton 46.304
926-5548
1-800-243-5548
FAX: 926-4190
Ted Barron
Furniture
19904 S. Torrence Ave
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INVOLVEMENT
909 East Glen Park Ave.
Griffith 46319
972-0044
Office hours by appointment
Theodore & Rooth, PC
404 E. 86th Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
219-789-6393
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UNITY
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Community Patrons
Sue Adler
Michael and Debra Dunn
Mr. and Mrs. D.
Rosko
Amelia Aguilera
Dr. and Mrs. Richard W.
Koschnitzky
Dean and Janine Rothschild
Livia Aldulescu
Economou
Gail A. Lemon
The Ryan Family
Larry and Barbara
Jim and Karen Eidam
Bill and Gail Lotak
Raul and Patrice Salinas
Anthony
Meg and Bob Ellis
Mr. and Mrs. Rollie Luna
Chuck and Chris
Ralph and Lynn Bailey
Karen and Howard
The Mangus Family
Shearmann
Carol and Jim Banach
Feldman
Katrina Manousopoulos
Azra and Rafi Q. Sheriff
Mary and Mike Baniak
Dr. and Mrs. Walter
Dr. and Mrs. Jose Mapalad
The Shinkan Family
Mr. and Mrs. Vince
Florczak
Rick and Debbie Markovich
Robert and Barbara Shutko
Barnes
Jimmy and Roseann Franks
Fred and Cheryl Martin
Dr. James and Karen Sliwa
Bruce and Carol Barton
Elvia Franzese
The Martino Family
Ed and Roseanne Sopher
Steve and Karen Baut
Mr. and Mrs. Sonny C.
Tom and Bev Matovina
Mark and Michelle Spitz
Larry and Barb Bishop
Garcia III
Mr. and Mrs. Brian H.
Spomar Family
Karen Bizon
Mr. and Mrs. George Gibbs
McShane
John R. and Charmaine
Ann and David
Mr. and Mrs. James
Dan and Lillian Mercer
Stanish
Bochnowski
Golonka
Alice and Glenn Miller
Susan and Jim Strain
Mr. and Mrs. Born
John "Paul" and Tina
Kathy and Richard Miller
William and Valerie
Ron and Sue Boudi
Gregory
Gary and Joanne Mitchener
Sudbury
Ron and Anne Brennan
Rick and Maril Grigsby
Dr. and Mrs. A. K.
Tom and Cyndi Summers
Charles and Debbie
Dick and Helen Gross
Morrissey
Risa Tepper
Brown
Ms. Joellen Gtilotta
David and Paula Nellans
Phil and Paula Thomas
Paula and Deanna
Julie and Bill Haneman
John O'Block Family
The Toyama Family
Burghardt
John and Janet Hanrahan
Trudy Ortman
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Trela
Paul and Debbie Burrell
The Hay Family
Keith and Arlene Osman
Joyce Trelinski-Teliga
Tom and Linda Carton
Elsa Heath-Walsh
Dr. Bipin and Mrs. Vrinda
Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Trgovich
Dr. and Mrs. Conrad P.
Judy and Paul Hedges
Pai
Mr. and Mrs. Tony Trzupek
Castor
Charles F. Heuer
Nick and Donna Panich
and son
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas
Mike and Nancy Hoban
John and Sherri Parr
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph
Chynoweth
Herm and Kris Hoge
Dr. and Mrs. Shedham L.
VanBokkelen
Joe and Linda Compton
Coldwell Banker Real Estate
Patel
Laurie Vargo
Gene and Corki Cox
John and Janice Holka
The Pfister Family
The Voukidis Family
Robert W. Cox
Scott and Mary Jo Holly
Brad and Cindy Piniak
The Wallace Family
Nancy and Chris
Bruce and Karen Hyland
The Porch Family
Rick and Kay Ward
Crepeau
Mr. and Mrs. Insurriaga
The Premetzes
Dave and Bonnie Watson
Dr. and Mrs. Nicholas
The Jagadich Family
Mr. and Mrs. Sebastian C.
Steve and Jan Watson
Cuban
Si and Sue Johnson
Puntillo Jr.
Dr. and Mrs. Howard
Tom and Pam Daniels
Don and Marilyn Kaegebein
Mr. and Mrs. Benedicto
Weinberg
Rob DeLaney
Mike and Julie Kamboures
Ramos
Robert and Marsha Weiss
Javier and Sandi DeLuna
Drs. Nadine and Michael
Mr. and Mrs. Len Rathert
Mr. and Mrs. Brent
John and Karyn DeRosa
Keer
Kay and Tom Rogan
Williamson
A1 and Nora Detterline
Paul and Julie Kern
Brad and Evelyn Ronco
Jim and Patty Wilson
Michelle DiCostanzo
Tom and Cindy Keslin
Adam L. Rosario
John and Shellie Wojcik
Dr. Kathie Dior
and Family
Caryl and Jeff Rosen
Ed and Sally Woodrick
Mr. and Mrs. Joe
Tom and Pat Kirsch
Frank and Maryann
Frank and Linda Wright
Dumakowski
Barbara and Harold
Rosenbaum
Sharon and Peter Zenos
John, Karyn, Andrea
Klawans
Judy Rosevear
and Amy Dungey
Coach Knish and Family
Jerry (' 71 ) and Joene (' 74 )
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INVOLVEMENT
David Allen
Richard Deignan
1997 Booster Club
Grand Mustangs
Eva Kirsch
New Moon House
Mrs. Patricia Norton
Jeffery and Teri Oeterle
Dr. and Mrs. Mervin Stover III
Red and White Club
David Allen
Mr. and Mrs. Albert
Archer
Fred Beckman
Mr. and Mrs. Calvin
Bellamy
Steve Boilek
Steve and Lynn
Bolanowski
Dr. Leslie Bomber
Stephan Brenman
Helen and Lorin Brown
Ben Brown
David Byrne
Robert Cantwell
Carpetland, U.S.A.
James Cerajewski
Terrence M. Conley
Dave Creviston
Dr. Albert Costello
Robert W. Cox
Dave Creviston
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas
Daniels
Richard Deignan
Paul and Olga
Dobrescu DVM
Mr. and Mrs. Phillip
Drajeske
Jo Dunning
Richard Dunning
James Dye
Edinger Plumbing
Betty K. Eggebrecht
Mark Elias
James Etling
William and Susan
Ferguson
Tim and Frankie Fesko
Becca and Gus Galante
Richard Gardner
Juan and Amy Garza
Donald and Iris Gifford
Brice Gilman
Dr. and Mrs. Henry
Giragos
Dr. and Mrs. Richard Good
Thomas Gozdecki, Jr.
Paul and Sue Hackett
Donald Harle
George and Barbara Hayes
Rudy and Marie Higgins
Mr. and Mrs. Hiple
Joseph Hughes
Dr. James Hulett
Jon Jepsen
Don and Nancy
Johnson
Rex and Dawn
Johnson
\ George and
^.V Margaret
Kiernan
Eva Kirsch
Tom and Pat Kirsch
Patricia Kish
Larry Kocal
Joel R. Korczak
James Koufos
Irv Lang Insurance
Robert Lanman
Pete Largus
Dr. Herbert Lautz
Don Lee
Mrs. Lawrence Lippie
Dr. and Mrs. Loh
Jerry Lulinski
Richard McClaughry
Mrs. H. Montes
Donald Morgan
Dr. William Morris
Munster FOP
Munster Shell
Ed and Judy
Musselman
John and Mary Lou
Mybeck
David and Paula Nellans
Tom and Rosemary Nelson
Henry Newman
New Moon House
Mrs. Patricia Norton
Jeffrey and Teri Oesterle
Keith and Arlene Osmon
BMF Palmer, MD
Wayne Paulson
James Price
Jim and Donna Prisby
Creighton Rawlings
Richard Read
Jerome Reppa
Timothy J. Ribble
Jeff and Caryl Rosen
Mr. and Mrs. L. Rothschild
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Rovai
Mr. and Mrs. Michael
Saksa
Bob Sannito
Casper and Constance
Schmidt
Schoop Hamburgers
Dr. Jerry Smith
Ted Springer
Mr. and Mrs. M
Stojkovich
Dr. and Mrs. Mervin
Stover, III
William Strick
Tom and Cindi Summers
Dr. Napoleon Tabion
Neil Tanis
Paul and Doris
Thompson
Phillip and Paula Thomas
Dr. Toyama
Dr. George Troustsouris
Dr. and Mrs. Tieh Wang
Mr. and Mrs. Marvin
Weiss
W. Pete Wilke
Emil Willman
J.P. Wleklinski
Dr. Robert Young
Joe Yukich
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v corned support for athletic teams and organizations. Please
join us for the 1997-98 Booster Club activities: Bratwurst
and Reverse Raffle.
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Abbas. Adil 181. 206
Abbas. Atheir 109. 138, 139.
181. 124
Abercrombie. Bonnie 107, 189.
78
Abercrombie. Jim
34, 51, 78, 180, 181.95,
124. 186
Abrell. Dr. Lane 150, 205, 254
Academic Competition Club 70,
82
Adamopoulis. Greg 53, 197
Adamopoulos, Nick 95, 189
Adams, Allison 1 89
Adler. Selly 54. 74, 78. 181
Adley. Sean 61. 96. 197
Adoba, Amy 78. 107, 197
Aerts. Patrick 197
Affentranger. Simon 181
Agnew. Richard 189
Ahlf. Bonnie 52. 81. 127, 181
Aladdin Travel 214
Aldulescu, Dan 70, 78, 129,
197
Alexander. Lisa 189
Alexander, Sarah 58, 78, 189
Alexander's 216
Alisz. Paul 104, 181
Alonzo. Daniel 1 89
Altschul. Andrew 181
American Savings. FSB 214
Ambos, Suzanne 21, 152. 1^4
Ambre. Meghan
45, 73. 84, 189, 15
Ambre. Neal 70. 78. 152
Amdahl, Kira 189
Anderson. Dan 1 1 2
Anderson. Laura 127, 181
Andrade, Dan 59, 1 8 1
Angel. Melissa 1 8 1 , 52
Anthony. Lisa 1 8 1
Anthony. T.J. 138,95,189,51
Anyanwu. Ike 104, 189
Anyanwu. Scott 95, 138, 189
Anzur. Elizabeth 181.
84, 102, 163. 44
Archer. Allison 156
Arenello's Pizza 234
Argus, Kara
7, 54. 77, 78, 93, 189
Arnie's Dog House 216
Artus, Dave 181
Ashby, Steve 96. 197
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Bacon, Edward 197
Bacon, Ryan 95, 189
Bagel Market Cafe 218
Baggett, Ryan 152
Bailey, Cara
19, 29, 30, 31, 44, 49. 78.
81,84. 102, 152, 178
Baker. Candice 73, 197
Balazs, Jason 197
Balkam. Kristen 70. 83. 181
Balzer, Carrie 197
Bamboat. Jennifer
73. 81, 83, 84. 197.202
Banach. Brooke
43. 54. 77. 78. 81. 83. 181
Banas. Natalie 83, 127. 189
Banaszak. Jeff 70. 73, 199, 181
Band 3.70.85
Band. Jazz 70. 79
Band. Wind Ensemble 73
Baniak. Michael 197.112
Bargoz. Roxana
" 36. 38, 81, 151. 181
Barkowski. Ron 96. 201, 197
Barlett. Dr. Tim 72. 43. 77, 207
Barnes, Aaron 96,138. 197.24
Barnes, Jill 43, 77, 181
Barreiro, Mark 84
Bartok, Melissa 74, 152, 171
Barton, Mr. Brent 168, 207
Barton. Lesley 1 89
Basil. Joe 70. 189
Basketball. Boys - 24,89, 120,
121, 122. 123
Basketball, Girls" 6. 116. 117,
118, 1 19
Bastaic. Goran 189
Bastaic. Zoran 189, 191
Batenich. Dan 74
Battle of the Bands 17, 44
Bauer. Kyle 197
Bauer, Nicholas 181.109
Baut. Allison
56. 78, 102, 103, 152
Baut. Christopher 197
Bautista, Mrs. Darlene 207
Bazarko. David 189
Beck. Matt
7, 29, 114, 128, 129. 186.
181
Bedell. Bryan 181
Beemer, Ryan 109. 197
Beller, Mindi 181
Bembenista, Christine 181,192
Bembenista. Vicki
31, 74. 78, 151, 189.74,
84. 191
Bcnavente, Dr. Jorge A. 234
Benavente. Elena
27, 49, 65. 74, 181, 234
Benavente, Melisa
42, 43, 45. 70. 73. 77,
81. 84. 152, 163. 234
Benavente, Selina 30,
74, 84, 189,30,234
Bendis. Curtis 152. 95, 1 14
Berg, Nate
54, 55. 63, 67, 124.
152, 178, 155
Bernstein, Emily 197
Bertagnolli. Tom 84, 196.197
Berzinis, Abby
55. 81, 103, 181
Bess. Dr. David 204
Bieda, Natalie 81, 127, 197
Biel, Amanda 148, 197,83
Biel, Natalie 21, 73, 90, 181,
65
Bielawski. Ellen 197. 202
Bielfeldt, Carolyn
11. 74, 81, 181. 214, 227
Bielfeldt, Dennis 227
Bieszczat, Sara 100, 189
Big Time Records 216
Bilimoria, Nina 57, 69,
83. 84. 180. 197
Bilimoria. Zal
73, 83, 84, 112, 163, 1
80, 197. 202
Bishop. Adriann 83. 197
Bishop. Brian 56, 189. 196
Bishop. Rob 74, 152
Bizon. Steve 147, 189
Blake, Candace
23, 53, 74, 78, 81, 153
Blake. Christine
23, 43, 78, 189, 254
Blissmer, Candice 99, 181
Blossom Shoppe 219
Blue, Dan 108, 109. 138,153
Blue, Shaun
70, 108. 109. 124. 138. 197
Bob's Lawnmowers 236
Bochnowski, Ben
73, 138, 151. 191, 181
Bochnowski. Joshua 197
Bognar, John 55, 189
Bogner. Gilbert 44
Bohling's Florist. Inc. 222
Bohling, Jim 96. 124.197
Bona, Kathleen 153, 195, 254
Bonjean. Adam 140
Boomsma, Samantha 73, 76.
115, 181
Booster Club 247
Booth, Ryan 96. 197
Born, Joe 96. 124. 197
Bosak Honda 238
Bosnich. Andrea 189
Bothwell. Ryan 145, 181
Boudi. Chris 81, 84, 153, 172
Boufis, Sam 153
Bout. Chris 1 1 2
Bovara, Christina 83, 197
Bovara, Nicholas 181
Bowers, Amanda 197
Bowers. Carrie 74. 153
Boyle, John 55, 167
Boyle. TJ 244
Brand, Mark 10. 96. 197
Branson, Adam 197
Brazel. Kyle 197
Brennan, Sean 153
Brenner, Bob 61, 197
Breuker, Jason 153
Breuker. Jeremy 138. 189
Briar Ridge Pro Shop 235
Brown, Aaron
70, 74, 78, 84. 138, 153, 241
Brown, Mr. Aaron 138
Brown, Adam
53. 78. 104, 138, 188. 189
Brown, Becky 227
Brown. Douglas 197
Brown. Mrs. Helen 204
Brown. Jim 61. 124. 150.181
Brown, Katie 19, 38, 39, 153,
166
Brown, Lauren 197
Brown, Ms. Leigh Ann 63, 91,
207, 208
Brown. Tony 95. 189
Brubaker. Josh
78. 115, 124, 125,181
Brubaker, Noah 154
Brzozktewicz, Dana
103, 145, 181
Buchanan. Caitlin 69.
83, 84, 146. 189, 202
Budilovsky. Marty 104. 181
Budzik. Rebecca 50, 154
Buehne. Benjamin 189
Bugyis, Greg
70, 78, 129, 189. 201
Bukowski. Ed 2, 154
Bukowski, Eric 197
Bulan, Ryan 112, 197
Bulan, Stacy 81. 84,
154, 163, 175, 192
Bull. Dana 116. 117. 154, 192
Bull. Lauren 197
Bullock. Kristie 62. 83, 197
Bunch. Michelle 154
Burbich. Mrs. Elaine 207
Burek. Mark 49, 189
Burghardt. Bob 73. 1 89
Burghardt, Catherine
73, 74, 77, 78, 154, 155
Burkat, Joanne 70, 197
Burrell. Jennifer 189
Burrell. Mandy
72, 74. 81, 83. 84, 154,
191
Bushwackers 215
Byczko. Andrew 19,
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Cabrerra, Jerry 1 04
Cailles, Patrick 197
Caine, Jennifer 189
Caine. Kristin 30
Calumet Cars 240
Calumet College of St. Joseph
233
Camerata 79
Camire. Mrs. Rita 106. 107
Campbell, Natalie
31, 81, 83, 84, 92. 155,
222. 224, 236, 241
Cane. Kristin 83, 189
Canic, Kristina 197
Cannedy. Jen 78, 189
Cano, Nicholas 1 8 1
Cantwell. Chris 70, 73, 78. 81
Cantwell, Keith 70, 73, 189
Cardiac Institute of Indiana 220
Carlos, Lia 30
Carraher. Katherine 83, 189
Carraher. Ricky 19. 155
Carraher, Ronnie 145, 181
Carrizales, Lonnie 155
Carroll. Lisa 30, 136, 137, 155
Carter, Cliff
78, 81, 109, 124, 125,
155, 158, 159
Carton, Elizabeth 197
Carton. Kristina
21, 31, 74. 90, 91, 155,
236, 254
Carton, Matthew' 140. 189. 199
Caruso. Chris 95. 146. 181
Casey, Mrs. Stephanie 207
Cashman, Seth 8,48. 155
Cassity, Tricia 189
Castor, Noreen 73. 78, 197
Cavlis, Tom 73
CEC, Freshman 73
CEC, Junior 6, 73, 82
CEC, Senior 74
CEC, Sophomore 74
Center for Visual and Performing
Arts 229
Certified Driving, 214
Chakraborty. Daniel
70, 82. 84, 112.138.189
Chandnani, Shipra 74, 155
Cheerleading 30. 224. 232
Chelich. Chuck 129
Chcmcrinsky, Rachael 73, 197
Cho, Eun 73, 197
Cho. Hong 189
Chocholek. Joseph 197
Christiansen, Brian
9, 44. 71, 78, 81, 84,
95. 120, 122, 156
Christiansen. Joe
25, 35. 36, 66, 71,
78, 95, 122, 181
Christiansen, Michelle
78, 83, 197
Chynoweth. Megan 62, 73. 197
Ciastko. Heather 90, 156
Ciesielski, Jason 189
Ciesielski, Shaun 74. 156
Ciric, Steven 78. 96, 114. 197
Clark, Mr. Brian 96, 124.
207
Clark, Ryan 1 8 1
'dark. Scott 189, 191
Clarke. Candice 74. 156. 170
Carlos, Lia 155
Clay, Barbara 55, 172
Cleland, Tammy 221
Cohen, Adam 112, 197, 199
Colakovic, Peter 1 8 1
Cole, Jon 95, 181
Cole, Kathy 156
Colias, Mr. Jim 124
Collins. Marissa
64, 70. 73. 77, 78, 83, 84,
181, 208
Commander 224
Compton. Todd 28, 55,
74, 95. 124, 156, 179
Conklin, Aaron 156
Connor, Adam 1 8 1
Connor, Joseph 197
Conover. Amy 78. 83, 197
Coppage. Mr. Hal 69
j Corcoran. Meghann 156
Coulis, Thomas 197
Cox, Richard 1 89
Cox, Torie 143, 189, 191
Crawford, John 84, 156.231
Crawford. Pat 95. 189
Creiger. Brian 44. 1 20
Creighton, Kristi 70, 197
Ctepeau. Scott
81, 95, 96, 120, 123,
156, 216
; Crier 69, 74, 77, 82, 153, 239
Cronin, Kevin 70, 78, 140, 181
Cross Country, Boys' 25, 31,
108, 109
Cross Country, Girls' 106, 107
Cuban, Nicholas 157
Cullen, Pete 61. 78. 157, 167
Cullina. David 157
Curan, Kellie 1 89
Curme. Mr. Bruce 17, 53
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Dalai. Amit 78, 79, 83, 157
Dalai. Sharvari 83. 85. 181
Dalhoumi, Jenny 197
Damron, Thomas 81. 181
Daniels, Brian
83, 84, 197. 202
Daugherty. Kathleen 74. 157
Dausch, Niki 79, 83, 197
Davidson, Mr. Jim 122, 207
Davidson, Kevin 70, 73, 197
Davis. Mr. Gary 30, 128, 129
Davis, Nathan 197
Dawson, Margaret 74
De Laney, Danielle 197
De Giulio, Jessica 84, 197
De Boer, Matt 96, 138, 139, 197
De Boer, Nicholas 197
De Boer, Scott 1 8 1
De Pirro, Tom 1 97
Deady, Joshua 181
Dean, Ryan 122, 189
Debard, Matt 124, 140
DECA 69, 74, 76
DelRio, Gyle 96, 197
Delaney, Danielle 55
Della Rocco, Robbie 157
Dell’ Aquila, Tiffany 73, 189
Dellorto, Danielle 68, 103, 197
DeLuna, Javier 95, 189
DeMeyer. Catherine 157
Demitroulas, Mrs. Karen
2, 66, 73, 207
Demitroulas, Lindsey 74. 181
Demkowicz, Sally 78, 189
Dempsey, Kyle
13, 95, 97, 120, 123. 157,
222, 223
Dempsey, Mrs. Sandy 223
Dennis, Peter 95,122, 124, 189
Depa. Jon 96, 197
Depa, Missy
23, 33, 38, 39, 41, 67, 77. 90,
181 , 195
De Palmo, Marie Ann 34, 1 89
DeRosa, Nick 95, 153. 157
Desai, Mehul
3, 70, 73, 156, 158, 241
Detterline, Dave 112. 122,181
Detterline, Megan 189
Deveney, Elaine 18, 158
DeVries, Erin 73, 78. 127, 198
DeVries. Liz 7, 21,
73, 74, 93, 151, 189
Di Costanzo, Michelle 119, 198
Diamond. Sarah 198
Dilbeck, Joshua 158
Dillon, Jack 124, 189
Diamond, Dr. Howard M. 224
Diombala, Dan 96, 140, 198
Dior, Francois 181,199
Distinctive Dentistry 223
Djorovic, Aleksandar 189
Doherty, Gina 4. 103, 181
Doherty. Mr. John 89, 95,
114, 115
Dolatowski, Micah 74. 158
Domasica, Anne 83, 198.199
Domasica, Mike 55, 95, 158
Don Quixote de La Mancha 2,
40.41
Dooley, Evelyn 126. 127, 158
Doranski, Bryan 70, 1 89
Doshi, Rina 84, 189
Douglas, Ms. Ginger
12, 70. 73, 208
Douts, Brian 181
Drabenstot. Rebekah 78. 181
Drama Club 2. 9, 71,76
Drapac, Michael 181,195
Drillias, Evan 78, 198
Drillias, John 78, 140, 158
Dristas, Mrs. Therese
14. 28, 207
Drmanic. Ms. Snezana 207
Drolen. Sarah 61. 81, 181. 214
Dudzik. Brian 181
Dudzik, Natalie 198
Dujmovic. Michael 158
Duj movie, Stephanie 189
Dukich, Daniel 1 89, 224
Dullek. Marc 181
Dumakowski, Amy
79, 83, 84.' 181
Dumakowski. Kari
55, 79. 83, 198
Dumaresq, Andrew 70, 73,
140, 189,202
Duncan, Grant 189
Duneland Dental Group 230
Dungey, Andrea 73, 181
Dunham, Rachel 1 89
Dunn, Erin 198
Dunn, Ryan 104, 189
Dupkannic, Nikola 189
Durken. Mrs. Susan 207
Dust, Michael 189
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Eberhardt, Elizabeth 158
Eckrich, Rodney 1 89
Economou, Adam 84, 1 89
Economou, Paul
8, 21, 156, 158, 167, 171
Economou, Rachel
64. 70. 77, 78, 82, 84, 181
Edinger, Amy 73, 78, 181
Edington. Mr. John 10. 207
Edwardo's 230
Egnatz, Erin 111. 198
Eidam, Lisa 74, 102, 189, 239
Ellingsen, Kerrie 77, 181
Ellingsen, Laura 57, 73,81, 83,
85, 152, 159
Ellis, Anne 71,
77, 80, 84, 189, 239
Ellison, Pete 77, 112, 181
Elman, Dr. Linda 206, 207, 208
Elman, Thomas 190
Engelbrecht, John 190
Engelbrecht, Kate 74,78, 190
Engstrom, Mrs. Helen 84
Ensembles. Mixed 77
Ensembles. Womens 77
Ensembles. Women’s 72
Epperson, Ms. Carol 150, 205
Evans, Brian 190
Evans, Jennifer 76, 190,256
Excel Edge, Inc. 233
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Fabert, Benjamin 198
Fabric Shop 236
Family Dentistry 240
Fehring and Son Printers 242
Fekete, Mr. John 102. 103
Feldman. Debby 7,64, 93, 190
Feldman, Jordan
81, 153, 159. 222, 241
Ferrer, Andrew 70, 73, 198
Ferrer, Nick 104. 190,201
Fiegle, Dave 94. 95, 96, 159
Fies, Sam 81, 144, 159, 1645
Fies, Sarah
73, 84, 180, 183, 190
Fine, Sarah 84, 181
Firrek, Renee 159
Fisher, Kourtney 74, 181
Fix, Mr. Doug 207
Flag Corps 77, 82
Flaherty. Ms. Jane 207
Fleming. Stephen 190
Florczak, Janice 49, 73. 77
Florczak, Mrs. Judith 204
Florek. Kelly
25, 27, 81, 84, 211
Florek, Ryan 70, 73, 140, 198
Florence, Mrs. Carol 207
Flores, Jill 74, 181
Flores, Joe 73, 198
Folta Insurance Agency 224
Folta, John
18, 69, 74, 89, 95.
96, 120. 123, 159
Football 95,96.232
Foreit, Barbara 54, 74, 78, 159
For the Fun of It 216
Fortner. Mr. Don 99, 207
Foushi, Matt 70, 73
Franckevicius, Laura 190
Franklin. Mr. David 256
Franklin. James 124,159
Franks, Zachary 1 90
Frazier, Katie 227
Fredrick, Dr. Young 226
French Club 71,78.81
Friedman, Josh 70, 181
Fri go. Jacob 190
Fritzsche, Brandon 36, 104. 181
Fritzsche, Brittany 198
Furdek, Jon 181
Furtek, Mandy 78, 190
Furtek, Nick 181
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Gacsy, Lori 1 8 1
Gallardo, Monica 83
Gantz, Brad 60. 198
Garcia, Shanti 35, 120, 121,
160
Garland. James 181
Garrett, Ember 10, 160
Gary Greenbaum Agency 233
Garza, Stephanie 50, 78. 181
Gauthier, Jina 119, 190
Gavrilovich, Randy 198
George, Stan 78, 160
German Club 6, 10,73,78
Gershman, Max 23
Gershman, Olivia 23
Ghezzi. Gia 7, 74, 93, 190
Giannini. Chris 10.190
Giba. Kris 104. 190
Gibbs, Hannah 181
Gibbs, Heidi 198
Gibbs, Tara 190
Gilbert. Leah
21, 48. 66, 72, 90,
181, 192
Gill, Eric 104
Gill, Marsha
73, 77, 196, 198
Gill, Stephanie
73, 100, 116, 119, 198
Giovanni’s 244
Given, Tess
33. 38, 77. 84. 87, 106. 107.
182
Glinski, Ryan 95, 160, 223
Glowacki. Amy
102, 103, 119, 190
Glueckert. Jonathan 198
Gogolak, Justine 198
Goldsmith. Jason 182
Goldsmith, Jennifer 90, 198
Goldyn, Scot 78. 190, 224
Golf, Boys' 140, 141
Golf. Girls' 89, 1 1 1
Golf Locker 239
Golko, Doug 78. 160
Golonka, Rachel 73, 198
Golonka, Sarah 74, 160
Gonce, Mrs. Marge 207
Gonzales, Michelle 102,
160, 202
Gonzalez. Elizabeth 74. 182,
186
Good, Brian 74, 182
Goodman, Ball, and Van
Bokkelen, Leonard and
Kline 227
Goodman, Max
25. 71. 77. 78, 81, 84,
160, 166, 178, 227
Gopalan, Ilango 1 82
Gordon. Jonathan 22, 23. 64.
81, 112, 182
Grady, Dan
70, 78, 96, 188, 198.210
Grady, Mike
24. 36. 55. 78. 84.
89, 145, 160, 196
Gralewski, Matt 198
Grantner, Joseph 1 82
Grantner, Philip 190
Graves, Mr, Jeff 68, 207
Gray, William 84,112, 140,198
Hagelberg, Jeff
53, 60, 64, 65, 70, 73, 78,
190
Hair By Charles 229
Hajduk. Bonnie 78. 182
Hammond Clinic 243
Halajcsik, Renee 198
Hall, Christine 16, 182
Haller, Mr, Ross 53, 120,207
Hamilton. Heather
6, 30, 81, 84, 92, I
61, 164, 224
Hamilton. Jared 95. 124. 190
Haneman, Nick 161
Haney. Dan 35. 161
Haney, Karen 190
Hannigan, Sarah 78, 81, 198
Hanrahan. John 96, 198
Hansen, Kay 207
Hansen, Laura 198
Hansen, Nate 96, 140,198,202
Hansen, Nicholas 96. 198
Hansen, Scott
11. 144. 161, 194
Harbison, Mike
38. 77, 81. 84, 161,201
Harker, Heather
7, 28. 40. 41, 42, 74, 77,
81, 83, 151, 182
Harris, Jonathan 122,190
Hart, Meghan 1 62
Harwood. Chip 95, 124
Harw ood. John 190
Hastings, Mrs. Nancy
74, 76, 81, 83, 207
Hatcher. Mike 55, 74, 78, 81,
83, 182
Hatton, Pete 51. 84, 182
Haussman, Miss Kelly 58, 207
Hauler, Sam 70, 73, 162.178
Haverstock. Mr. Art 54. 207
Index-249*
I lay. Susan
ICO. 116. 117, 118. 119, 198
Hayes. Andrew 1 82
Hayes. Kelli 142. 143, 162
Hayes. Tim 74. 77, 8.3. 84. 182
Haynes. Mrs. Linda 207
Heath. Lisa 190
Hebling, Jason 129
Hecimovich, Melissa
33. 100. 190
Hecimovich, Nick 35. 52, 104,
162
Hedges. Greg 95, 138. 190
Hedges. Steve 78. 162
Hedman. Brad 162
Heinemann. Brian 73. 198
Helbling. Jason 12. 112, 198
Helbling. Kerrie 74. 103. 182
Hendry. Kelly
98. 99. 116, 117, 118. 162
Henley. Carrie 198
Hensley. Brad 21. 146. 162
Hermann, Jennie
70. 73, 77, 78, 84. 162.
196
Hernandez. Laura
100. 190, 191
Herr. Melissa 66. 77, 84. 182
Herrin. Emily 78, 83, 84. 190
Hershberger. Mindy
73. 78. 88, 106, 107.
127. 182
Heuer. Allison 73. 182
Higgins. Heather 78. 162
Higgins, Shawn 36, 95. 163
Highland Animal Hospital 213
HiU. Corey 10. 70, 95. 190
Hinds, Matthew 190
Hoban. Ben
12, 60. 83, 84, 112, 140.
180, 182, 201
Hoban, Rebecca
59. 70, 73, 79, 83, 180, 182
Hoffman. Ken 19. 163
Hoge. Brad 104. 163
Hoge. Kimm 93. 190
Holajter. Grant 112, 182
Holka. Alison 198
Holly. Emily 40. 73, 77. 198
Holtz. Brandon 84, 163
Holtz. Devin 198
Homans. Allison 182. 186
Homecoming
6. 13, 19. 25. 28, 30, 69.
80. 151
Homecoming Dance 6, 32. 33
Hopper. Mark 198
Horczak, Janice 198
Horn, Alan 41. 77, 89, 120,
182
Hossain. Shahreen 198
Hostetter. Cosmo 1 82
Hostetter. Kasey 1 86
Howard’s and Sons 223
Howarth, Joe
62, 74, 78, 84, 190
Howarth. Steven 1 82
Howes. Rachel 163
Howes. Rebekah 190
Huber. Sarah 49, 1 82
Hughes. Jill 98, 99. 182
Hugus. Pamela 16.3
Hunt. Chris 109, 124. 148, 198
Hunt, Kevin 84. 124. 163. 199
Hunter. Meghan 190
Huynh, Haig 129, 198
Huynh. Tam 73, 163
Hyland, Keith 95. 190
Hyland, Mike 95, 124, 182
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Ibarra. Jon 112,182, 196
Ibarra. Matt 112, 129.198
Illingworth. Andrea 81. 163
Illingworth. Mark 35.
70. 73. 182
Indiana Botanic Garden 220
Insurriaga. Iris 198
Ionita. Jon 112.182
Ispas, Rachel 81. 198
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J and J Coins 2.38
Jabaay. Patricia 182
Jablonski, Brian 96, 198
Jablonski. Kevin 95. 190
Jacob. Becky
98. 99, 100. 101. 163,
178
Jacob. Jennifer 99, 182
Jadryev. Heidi 78. 190
Jagadich, Jessica 163
Jaksich, Danella 84. 127, 198
Jaksich, Michael 122.182
Jamison, Shannon 1 82
Janevski, Natasha 54, 190
Jania, Lauren 73, 190
Jansen. Mr. Mark 207
Jaques, Wade 37
Javate. Marianne 164
Javorek, Derek
35, 66. 74. 78. 104. 105. 182
Javorek. Marian 104
Jayjack, Dani 10, 164
Jillson. Aaron 24, 198
Jillson. Lauren
99. 101, 116. 117, 119,
150. 182
Joel, Dr. Schoen 239
Joens, Marisa 198. 202
John Bacino’s 219
John's Hideaway 2.36
John Hodson Coins 214
Johnsen, Heather 1 82
Johnson, Mrs. Barbara 64, 207
Johnson, Brian
7, 40, 74, 109. 138, 182
Johnson, Jenny
37, 157. 164, 177
Johnson. Natalie
54. 190, 191. 201
Johnson. Sarah 73, 84. 198
Johnson. Steve 52, 104. 105.
164
Jones. Evan 96,188, 198
Jones. Kenny 182
Jones. Sara 74. 164, 183, 218
Jones. Zack 112, 195. 198, 210
Jordan. Natalie 73, 198
Joseph. Mark 74. 190
Joseph Stalmack & Associates
212
Joshi. Shilpa
53, 73. 83. 84. 87. 190
Jovanovic, Marko 190
Jukebox Billiards 219
Junker. Keith 190
Justak. Andrew 1, 190
Justak. Jacob 182
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Kaegebein, Dave
70, 73, 74, 83, 85, 164
Kaegebein. Kristin
77. 111. 182
Kalina. Jennifer 25.31,41,
74, 77. 190
Kamal. Manila
77. 79. 80. 83. 84. 182
Kamboures. Matt 95. 164
Kaminski, Bill 30. 68. 229
Kaminski. Catherine 107.190
Kanelopoulous. Dan 32
Kang. Woon Young 83. 182
Kansal. Neha 190
Karalis, Jimmy 164
Karlen. Kristopher 182
Karulski. Lisa 164
Kalsinis, Jim 164
Keer. Jason 83. 182
Kelley. Joseph 190
Kelly, Kim 74. 165
Kemock. Robert 182
Kenar. Erin
92, 93. 161, 182, 224
Kennedy, Brian 73, 198
Kennedy. Paul
6. 77. 84. 109. 182
Kennedy. Sherry 73, 77. 182
Kerekes, Franz
40, 128. 129. 182
Kern, Chris 182
Keslin. Angela 73. 198
Keslin, Pat 104,182
Key Markets 222
Khaja. Min 64. 190
Kibier. Steve 78, 198
Kikalos, Megan 198
Kime. Rosalie
74, 115, 126, 127, 165
King, Andrew 8 1
King. Mr. Jack 191
Kinnis. Kathleen 165
Kirsch, Tracy 99. 116. 182
Kiszenia. Joseph 190
Kitchell Florist 218
Klawinski. Krista 156. 190
Klein. Derek 96, 198
Kluga. Bradley 182
Kluga. Brandon 96, 198
Klus. Cindy 160.165
Knapik, Cindy 74, 165
Knight, Kristi 18. 190
Knish, Annie
35. 59. 72. 77, 84. 115, 142.
182. 188
Knish. Mr. Dave 120. 121.143
Knish. Jeannie 77. 83, 84. 142.
198
Kobe, Caryn 78, 163, 165. 211
Kocal, Douglas 198
Kocal, Larry 204
Kolokovic, Pete 19
Konvalinka. Anthony 96. 198
Konvalinka. Mary 182
Kooy, Benjamin 182
Korczak. Jay 78. 96. 124. 198
Koschnitzky. Dan 109
Koschnitzky, Don 124, 138.190
Koscielski. Matt 70.96. 198
Kosenka. David 78. 182
Kosenka, Zachary 190
Kosiba. Matthew 198
Kosiba. Timothy 182
Kotlowski, Heather 78. 198
Kounelis, George 96, 198
Kouris. Mrs. Renee
4. 27. 38. 41. 61. 66.
77. 84. 168. 207
Kouros, George 54. 55, 89, 95.
120. 122, 123
182. 222
Kozlowska. Anna 70. 83. 1 90
Kozlowski. Diana 1 82
Kozlowski. Ed 212
Kramer. Christian II, 182
Kras. Aaron 190
Kress, Kevin 2. 70. 78, 190
Kress, Steve 70. 73, 78. 165
Krishnamoorthy, Vijay
74. 81, 82, 83. 112.
113. 153, 165
Kruczek. Allie 13, 77,82. 165,
255
Krull. Erin 74, 165
Krumpolz. Katie 78. 141. 198
Krupinski. Greg 73. 198
Kubacki. Angela 99. 166
Kubacki, Nicolas 140, 198
Kucek, Julie 81, 198
Kuchar. Steve 1 24
Kucharski, Ellen 78, 81, 166
Kucharski. Susan 100, 190
Kudlo. Jeremy 1 29. 1 90
Kula. Jenny 77, 78, 190
Kunelis, Connie
80, 82, 85, 182
Kunst. Michael 166
Kulas, Audrey
24, 70. 190, 192
Kutlik. Traci 77. 190. 199
Kvarta. Melissa 190
Kwateng, Akua 200
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L and M Jewelers 240
LaFond. Jessica 74
Lambert J., 200
Lane. Erin 74, 8.3. 1 66
Lanzillo. Kathryn
73, 77, 78, 84. 103, 190
LaReau. Mr. Paul 11,63
Largus Printing 232
Largus. Mr. Tom 95
Lasota, Mark 95, 166
Laudermilk. Matt 129,190
La Valley. Tara 11. 20. 84.
Ill, 190
Leary, Bob 144.166
Lebo, Adrienne 1 . 200
Lee and Associates 242
Lee. Brian 112, 200
Lee. Cheong 81, 190
Lee, Jeff 7. 30. 87. 128. 129,
190
Lee, Matt 73, 78, 128, 129,
182
Lee, Theresa 103. 180, 182
Leelh, Ms. Karen 204
Legler, David 200
Leitelt, Sarah 103, 200
Leitelt. Tim 104,182
Lemon. Mrs. Andrea 209
Lemon. Jim
21, 35, 37, 95. 166. 177
Lemon. Mrs. Linda 56
Leonard and Kline 227
Levin. Sara
77. 83. 84. 182, 191
Levin Tire 214
Lewis. Mr. Kent 74. 76. 124,
208. 209
Lindemann, Steve 84, 96.
138. 200.201
Lindsey. Scott 200
Lininger. Amanda 190
Lipton, Brad 112, 183.200
Lober. Meaghen 24, 103, 200
Long, Valerie 74. 1 82
Lopez. Eric 22. 74. 1 82
Lopez. Mr. Steve
15 17, 31, 73 80 138 139 29
Lorenz, Kelly 70. 200
Lorenzen, Janna 78, 190
Lorenzen, Karen 78, 200
Los. Amy 83. 190
Lotak, Jessica 78. 90. 200
Lotak. Justin 33, 112, 182, 192
Lounsberry, Jenny 32. 70. 127,
200
Loving, Theresa 10, 95, 182
Lucas. Nicky 183.190
Lucas, Shaun 190
Lulinski, Alex 96, 200
Lulinski. Andrew 96. 200
Luna, Roger 30, 36, 40.
70. 74, 77. 138. 139. 151,
152. 166, 177
Lundin. Dave 96. 200
Luptak. David 200
Lybolt, Jeremiah 200
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Mack. Allison 102. 166
Madderom, Meg 70, 73. 78.
200
Magltola, Emily
7.3, 84, 149. 200
Mahammed. Bassam 96
Maher, Colin 200
Maksimovich, Annie 73
Maksimovich, Svetlana 190
Maksovic, Jasmina 193
Malinski. Ms. Paula 209
Maloney. Kyle 83, 112. 200
Mainula, Dane 35,
145, 182, 201
Mamula, Pete 96, 200
Mangus, David 77, 84. 149,
193
Mangus, Mary 77. 84. 200
Manousopoulos. Demetrios 15.
5.3. 74
Manousopoulos. Katerina 200
Mapalad, Eileen 36, 166
Marcus Jewelers 226
Marie. Mirko 104
Markovich, Kristal 103, 200
Markovich, Michael 167
Marmalejo. Nick 167.215
Marschak, Brian 95. 193
Marsh. Chris 96
Marsh, Mr. Leroy 94,
95, 97, 148
Mart- Webb, Mrs. Alyce 78. 209
Martich, Angelie 200
Martin. Andy 70, 73, 81. 167
Martin. Bonni 77. 167
Martin. Jared 200
Martin. Melissa 43, 63
Martin, Patti 66, 73, 193
Martino. Jill 81, 83
Martino, Joe 15, 112,200
Maruszczak Appliance 219
Marus7.czak, Doug 167. 170
Mason. Mrs. Cheryl 209
Mask, Megan 84. 193, 201
Matchpoint 244
Matovina, Marie Ann 200
Matthews, Meghan
79, 167, 178
Matthews. Morgan
77, 78, 81, 83, 200
Matthews. Sarah 193
Maurer. Dan 129.193
Maurer. Rich 7, 129, 173
Mavronicles, Brooke 77, 102
Mayer. Blake 73, 200
Mayer. Christopher 200
Mayer. Jordan
38. 40, 41, 77, 84
Maynard. Rebecca 200
McAlister. Mr. Scott 14,94.95.
155.209
McCaffrey. Dr. Kevin 8,
14. 17, 86. 205
McCall. Mr. Robert 73. 95. 209
McCarley. Brandon 200
McCoy. Miss Colleen 199
McCullough. Anthony 70. 193
McCullough. John 19.
88, 104, 167
McCutchen. SanDee 1,
37, 78. 193
McDermott. Nicole 50,74, 193
McKinley. Jared 74. 95, 138
McMahen. Ashley 23. 90
McNeil. Ryan
40. 70. 74, 78. 81. 167. 241
McShane. Brian 228
McShane. Kelly
81. 83, 214, 228
McShane's 228
Mecha, John 200
Medical Management and Data
Services 217
Medynsky, Adriana
45. 70. 84. 200
Meier. Melinda 193
Meier. Mitchell 193
Meister. Dr. Jefferry T. 223
Melcher, Peter 40, 78. 1 29
Menchaca. Dorian 193
Mencher. Peter 210
Mendoza. Erik 1 24
Mendoza. Steve 96. 200
Mercantile Bank 231
Mercer. Derek 1, 124
Mercer. Kelly 200
Merkell. Eric 95. 193
Merkell. Rachel 84, 200
Metz, Kelly 73, 200
Meyer. Heidi 70, 73, 78, 193
Meyer. Mrs. Helga
56. 72, 78, 209
Meyers, Sheri
72, 183. 200. 202
Mijailovic. Jasmina
78. 79, 83, 84. 200
Mijailovic, Suzana 78, 167
Mikler, Fred 8. 34. 193
Miller. Caroline
7. 42. 84. 93, 183, 193
Miller, Charles 64, 167
Miller, Mr. Chris 209
Miller, Courtney 104
Miller, Dave 3, 77, 87, 112 140
Miller, Kurt 168
Miller, Rich 1, 104. 120, 121
Miller, Tatum
21. 31, 81, 84, 90. 91.
153, 168. 170, 226. 241
Milne Supply Company 224
Miner Dunn 235
Mirabelli, Gina 55, 74, 78
Misch, Jackie 83,200
Mitchener. Edward 193
Mize. Jim 81
Moell, Mr. Steve
5, 74, 86, 89. Ill, 209
Moglc, Madeleine 193
Mohammed. Bassam 200
Mohr, Jonathan 168
Molenar Eyecare Specialists 238
Monteleone. Nick 95. 193
Morfas. Dr. Chris J. 228
Morgan. Mike
81. 94, 95, 124, 168.
222, 256
Morris. Bonnie 74. 78. 193
Morris. Dave 104. 144
Morris, Julie 200
Morrissey, Kevin 78. 83, 140,
193
Moser, Katie 31. 74. 161, 168
Mower, Lawn 236
Mroz. Joseph 168
Mucha. Billy 24. 96. 200
Mucha. Kathleen 200
Mueller, Kathy 73, 200
Muhammad. Bassam 20
Mulcahy, David 193
Mulcahy, John 168
Munster Animal Hospital 224
Munster Radiology Group 232
Murks, Damian 96, 200
Murphy. Denise 77
Murray. Laura 52, 70, 107
Muskin, Kira 193
Musselman. Mr. Ed 112. 140,
141 209
Myszak. Michelle 193
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Nadolski. Greg 19. 168
Nadolski, Lee 200
Najamuddin, Sarah 70, 84, 193
National Honor Society 9,71,
72.81,85
Nellans, Jeff 55, 73
Nellans, Mrs. Paula 204
Nelson, Jim 129. 168. 222
Nelson. Meredith 90
Nelson, Phil
74, 78. 81, 83. 84. 168
Nelson, Sarah 78. 193. 211
Nephrology Specialists, P.C. 237
Newcomb. Mrs. Nancy
4. 33. 55. 84. 209
Newman. Jeremy 193
Newman. Lindsey 34. 77, 83
Newman, Mike 168
Nichol, Kris 73, 168, 170
Nicholas, Mrs. Lori 28. 209
Nicholas, Mindy
2, 10. 28, 48, 74, 81,
168
Nierengarten, Mike
73, 83, 95, 122
Nishimura. Mike 48. 124
Noble, Christopher 193
Noel. Adam 95. 193
Nolan, Margaret 200
Norris, Eileen 69. 73. 107. 193
Norris, Ryan 200
Northwest Oral Surgeons 223
Nosich. Timothy 140,169
Nourie, Jonathan 200
Novotney, Matthew 84, 193
Nowak, J.P 95. 169
Nuzzo. James 96, 200
Nykiel. Matt 104. 193
"P
Oberg. Cliff 200
O' Block, John 73, 200.210
Obion, Chrissy 169
O'Brien. Michael 36.70, 77,
144, 169
O'Connor, Mr, Michael
204, 205
Off-Side Soccer Shop 213
Ojonto, Matt 94
Olley, Mark 62. 84. 199. 200
Olviotto, Mrs. Kathy 209
Oosterbaan, Carolyn 200
Oosterbaan, Chris 70
Oprinovich, Cori
84. 87. 103, 193. 199
Orchestra 81
Orcutt. Timothy 200
Orlandi, Adam 191
Orthodontics, Inc. 212
Osan. Chris 201
O’Day Music Studios 221
O'Shea. Christine 174. 193
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Pace Packaging Corp. 22 1
Pai. Kavitha
37. 52, 77. 81, 83,
84. 87. 169. 179
Pai, Priya 25,
51, 73, 75, 81, 83, 84. 200
Paik, Elizabeth 69.
77, 169. 178
PalaZzolo. Nick
109, 129, 138, 256
Paliga. Allison 64. 145. 193
Pallay, Jen
34, 68, 81, 83. 156, 170,
241
Palma, Christopher 200
Palos, Jaci 74, 100. 115, 193
Pamucar, Biljana 170
Pamucar, Katarina 193
Panich. Jen 22, 151
Papendick, Janet 70, 78, 193
Paradzinski. Carrrie 200
Paragon 68. 81. 83, 239
Park. Kyu 4. 112, 113, 140,
141 170, 178
Parker. William 170
Parr. Jay me 65, 170
Parr, John
8, 78, 104. 129, 193
Pasztor, Janna
4, 58. 77. 126. 127, 151, 188
Patel, Devarshi 200
Patel, Erik 70, 73, 193
Patel, Komal 83, 84
Patel. Parth 193, 195
Patel, Rucha 81. 83. 84, 200
Patelis. Mike
6. 74. 78. 170, 178
Patterson, Heather
21, 90, 170, 178
Paul Burrell Investments 243
Pavlovic. Nebojsa 193
Pawola, Brooke 200
Pawola. Dustin 50. 170
Pelc, Dana
102, 103, 126, 127, 186
Pepsi Corp. 239
Peralta, Ariane
53, 55, 70, 73, 83, 84, 193
Perdomo Jr., Dario, 193
Perez Michael S„ D.D.S. 240
Perrine, Pamela 1 93
Persic, Jackie 74, 146, 147,
149. 157, 170
Persic, Steve 96. 104, 186,200
Perz. Jeff 19, 169, 170
Pesich, Steve 73, 200
Pestikas. J.J.
20. 35, 41, 77. 84. 144. 162.
171
Pestikas, Lauren 78, 200
Peterson, Anne
38, 74, 77, 84, 186, 191, 193
Petrizzo, Michael 96, 200
Petrungaro, Nicole 90
Pfister. Chris 95, 193
Pfister. Mr. William 204
Phaup, Wayne 77. 81. 84. 171
Phaze 1 228
Piniak. Jeremy
25. 64. 74, 77. 81, 83.
109. 138. 171. 176
Pinkerton and Friedman 234
Piorkowski. Mike 138.200
Pleitner, Nathan 193
Pleitner, Renee 74, 84, 153
Plug, Stephanie 75, 83, 200
Pociask, Ryan 129. 193
Podkul, Mrs. Jackie 74. 209
Poe, Angela 10, 35, 73, 77, 84
Poms 30. 33.90.91.232
Porcaro. Tony 120
Porch. Allison
8, 76. 81, 83. 110,
111. 171, 245
Porras, Gabe
73, 81, 109. 138, 171,
236
Poteet, Bryant 95. 171
Potter, Warren 96, 200
Powers. Mr. Don 228
Premetz, John 28. 83, 200
Premetz, Mrs. Pat 59. 209
Project X 79, 83. 85
Prole, Nada 78
Prom 36,37.80
ProTel Marketing 235
PTO 222
Pudlo, Nancy 81, 171. 176
Puntillo, Gina 111, 200
Pursel. Christopher 193
Pykosz, Amy 73, 76, 119, 193
"P
Quagliara. Marc 193,224
Qualls, Tony 70. 95. 193
Quill and Scroll 72. 83
Quinn. Brian 70
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Radbel. Jonathan 193
Raddatz, Phillip 200
Kadjevic. Mira 78. 193
Radkosky. Ed 104
Radovich. David M.. DDS 240
Rafacz, Eric 70. 200
Rahmany. Palwasha 10. 193
Rahmany, Tarek 1 7 1
Rakich, Danielle 200
Ralich, Mike 191
Ramos. Jon 95, 193
Rane, Sheila 73, 81, 127, 200
Rane. Shilpa
15, 32, 81, 83, 84, 127, 193
Rantch. Erin 1 1
Rasch, Sarah 102, 116
Rathert, Brad 84. 171
Rebesco, Jim 81. 84. 200
Reed. Joshua 203
Reffkin. Richard G., 224
Reidelbach. Joe 55, 95. 171
Reppen. Doug 172
Reubelt. Luke 186
Riccio, Jenna
55, 77, 78, 110. Ill,
129, 202
Richardson. Julie 32. 186. 193
Richey. John 203
Richey. Tom 56. 120, 145. 254
Riechers. Kristin 73, 84. 77
Rizk. Mena 12, 193
Roadcs. Marjorie
9, 38, 41, 77, 78,
81, 84, 162, 172
Roberson, Robert 172
Robertson. Ms. Ruth 209
Robledo. Justin 138, 193
Roche, Priscilla 78
Rody, Jay 35
Rogers. Adam 129, 186, 238
Rogers. Melissa 203
Ronald Gershman Interiors 220
Ronco. Megan 81. 83. 214
Roney and Company 227
Roqueiia. Aaron 84. 1 72
Rosario, Adam 203
Rose Real Estate 226
Rosen, Sandy 4, 112. 113, 204
Rosenbaum. Nicole
84, 102. 193. 239
Rosenthal. Jennifer 45.74. 172
Rosevear. Bill 68, 172
Rosko. Jason
58. 95, 122. 145, 186
Ross. Jason
53. 54. 70. 73. 201. 203
Rothschild Insurance Agency
222
Rothschild. Kelly
31, 42. 74. 81, 83, 92.
93, 114, 172, 222, 224. 241
Rothschild, Robby 112. 113.
140. 193
Royal Ragdoll 235
Rubino, Rachel 193
Rueth, Becky 102, 172.178
Ruiz, Johnny 54
Ruiz, Joseph 203
Russell. Mr, David 50, 56, 209
Ryan, Joseph 193
Rybarczyk. Joe 70, 77, 78. 193
Rybicki. Dave 94. 95. 172
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SADD 83
Safari Beach 226
Safko. Megan 172
Salas. Jesus 203
Sales and Service, Inc. 236
Saliga. Andy 96.124, 138,203
Saliga. Lesley 4, 148, 149
Salinas, Amanda
84. 100, 119, 203
Salinas, Jon 78, 95, 138, 187,
202
Salinas, Raul
124, 156, 173, 202
Salon 41 219
Saltanovitz. Joe 124,187
Sam Gershman's Drapery and
Blinds 245
Samara, Adam 112, 138, 193
Samardzic, Dan 104, 186, 187
Samardzija, Nancy 193
Samardzija, Predrag 187
Sampias, Jena 187, 191
Sands, Joshua 193
Sands, Tami 173
Sanfratello's 214
Santay, Damian 187
Santner, Phil 109,203
Sarnecki, Allison 173
Satti, Adnan 203
Satti, Saima 193
Saunders, Tiffany 193
Savage. Jamie 146, 203
Savage, Jill
27. 30. 74. 81, 90, 146, 173
Sbalka, Natalie 78
Schallhom. Mr, Chuck
15, 28, 36, 99, 100, 115,
206,209
Schaum. Adam
70, 129, 145, 187
Schaum, Margaret 119, 203
Scheffel, Brian 96, 203
Scheffer, Mrs. Linda
65, 81, 205
Schimming, Derrick 73, 203
Schmid, Dan 88, 95, 104, 194
Schmid. Rita
9, 44, 81, 83, 102,
173, 222, 241
Schneider, Chris 70,95, 194
Schock, Allison 83, 111. 203
Schoen, Dr. Joel B. 239
Schoen, Kate 77, 84. 194, 239
School Stuff 218
Schoon, Jake 70, 73, 194
Schrage, Melissa 102, 194, 239
Schultz. Carrie 126, 127, 187
Schumacher. Alison
48, 74, 77, 84, 183, 194
Schwandt, Ralph 96, 124, 203
Schwartz. Greg 120, 122
Schwertfeger, Erik
3, 70, 151, 194
Seaver. Matthew 187
Sellers, Andrew 104, 194
Semko, Jackie 99, 100,187
Senchak, Scott 22,
45, 53, 70, 73, 78, 194
Serna, Derek
36, 109, 138, 173
Serrano, Brian 83. 203
Sfura. Stephanie
73. 99. 116, 118. 186, 187
Shah. Hiral
30, 83, 84, 188, 194
Shah, Kunal
22, 70, 77, 81. 84,
156. 173. 178. 241
Shah, Poonam 81, 83, 84, 203
Shah, Ricky 52, 63, 70, 173
Shah, Seema 59, 62, 1 87
Shah. Tejal
74, 81, 84, 86. 173
Shaklee 230
Shapiro. Bradley 180. 203
Shaum, Adam 109
Shearman, Angela
8. 77. 81. 83. 84,
85. 158, 173
Shearman, Mark 95, 122, 194
Sheriff. Omar 81. 83. 112. 174
Sherron. Ryan 203
Shideler. Megan 73, 174
Shike. Matt
32, 70, 73, 78, 109, 174,
241
Shimko, Jeffrey 187
Shin. Jason 73. 203
Shinkan. Mr. Bob 94, 95, 209
Shinkan. Scott
59, 81, 95. 148, 187
Shofner, Lora 1 87
Shutko. Bethany 77, 83, 203
Shutko. Heather
70, 77. 81, 83, 84,
165. 174. 175
Sikich, Aaron 140,194
Simpson. Rachael 203
Situ. Edna 75, 83, 203
Siukola, Tim 78, 145, 203 '
Skalka. Natalie 194
Skeans, Nicole 194
Skoric, Jovica 203
Skurka, Joe
7. 88, 104. 124, 171, 174
Slater, B.J. 66, 69,
70. 74. 78, 81, 84, 174
Sleeper, Amanda 194, 196
Sleeper. Stephen 138. 203
Sliva, Rosalyn 174
Sliwa, Beth 100, 194
Sliwa, Jenny
69, 81, 86, 99, 100, 174
SLK Designs 214
Sloan, Mr. Dirk 95
Slosser, Roger 218
Smith, Angela 149, 203
Smith. Annalisa 70, 78, 187
Smith. Derek 10. 48, 78. 174
Smith, Ellen 73, 203
Smith, Fred 78, 194
Smith, Justin 174
Smith, Justin R. 1 12, 175
Smith, Stacey
100, 116, 119, 194
Smith, Valerie 194
Smosna, Lynn 84, 196, 203
Smundin, Lisa 19, 175
Soccer, Boys’ 7, 87, 104, 105
Soccer, Girls’ 102,103
Somenzi. Mark
35, 59, 145, 187
Son, Hill
5, 44, 77, 79, 112, 175
Song, A1 7, 9, 41,77,81,
83, 84, 95,96. 104, 120,
160, 175, 222, 256
Sopata. Diane 175
Sopher. Jodie
81, 83, 84, 187, 214
Sopko, Mrs. Donna 102, 103
Sopko, Mr. Richard 204
Soto, Elyse 77, 203
Soto, Vidal 175
Spanish Club 75, 79, 80. 83
Sparling, Dawn 83, 203
Spear. Kyle 140
Spear. William 203
Specyal. Terry 129, 203
Speech and Debate 3, 6, 30, 7 1 ,
76, 77, 80, 82, 84, 86. 87
Spence. John 138, 175
Spencer. Phil 95, 187
Speziale. Michelle
78. 99, 116, 117, 187
Spitz, Kristen 73, 76, 194
Spolnik. Ann 100.119. 194
Spolnik, Elizabeth 203
Spolnik, Jenny 194
Spomar, Mary
44, 78, 81, 84. 167, 180, 203
Srivastava. Prabhakar
78, 81, 194
Stakala, Joe 95
Stanish, Jennifer 187
Stanko, Agnes
51, 66, 103, 187
Starewicz, Sarah
84. 107, 183, 194
Stasiak, Brittany 83, 203
State Farm Insurance 212, 218
Steele, Kristy 175
Steinberg, Dave 37, 54, 187
Steinhauer, Samantha
110, 111, 119,187
Stekala, Joseph 187
Stella, Dan 2, 187
Sterner, Andy
5, 78, 81, 112, 113, 163,
175
Stenger, Michelle
52, 70, 78, 203
Stennis. Jamie 22,
28, 100. 127, 194
Stier, Kathleen 146, 187
Stojanovic. Milos 203
Stojkovich, Marc
84, 85, 96, 124, 203
Stokes, Melissa 74, 175
Stone, Alexander 194
Stout, Heidi
81. 83, 175, 176. 183
Stout, James 194
Strain, Jim 70, 73, 78, 140,
192, 194
Streeter, Cheryl 176
Student Government
30, 32, 33, 45, 71, 72. 84
Stuebe, Jason 203
Sudbury, Josh 96. 1 24. 203
Sufana. Mike 70, 73, 78, 138,
194
Summers, Adam 187
Summers, Paula-Ann
70, 73, 83, 187, 208
Summers, Tom
70, 77, 82, 140, 194, 201
Sumner, Nicholas 70, 194
Sun, Rich 138, 139, 194
Surma, Mrs. Jacki 241
Susoreny. Jason 194
Susoreny, Sarah 1 86, 203
Swanson, Thomas 176
Sweeney, Katie 77, 78, 84, 187
Swimming, Girls’ 13, 126,174
Swimming. Boys'
86. 89, 128, 210
Swindle, Erin 32, 78, 186, 187
Sylvan Learning Center 240
Szabo, Jen 43.73. 77. 84. 187
Szasz. Jay 108. 109. 140,187
Szumlanski. Katherine 203
Szyper, Bryan 83, 87, 176
.T
■
Taber, Jennifer 1 87
Taber, Kathryn 77, 203
Tabion, Dave 83, 138, 194
Tabion, Lisa
37, 59, 69, 74, 81, 83, 176
Takacs, Steven 203
Talbot, Dana 127, 202, 203
Talbot, Eric
35, 95, 145, 186, 187
Talbot, Kevin 95, 194
Taylor. Margaret
23, 90. 163, 187,234
Ted Barron Furniture 243
Ted Muta Advertising 244
Teller, Sara 73, 83, 187
Tennis, Boys’ 4. 112, 113
Tennis, Girls’ 142, 143, 229
Terandy, Kurt
55, 104, 105, 176
Thaera, Christine 8 1 , 203
Thaera, Greg 70, 81, 84, 194
Theodore and Rooth 245
Thespians 72, 84
Thevenin, Mrs. Beverly 221
Thevenin, Melissa
70, 73, 78. 194
Thevenin, Sarah
78, 81, 83, 187, 221
Thomas, Jaime 187
Thompson, Matt 81, 84,203
Thompson. Robert 78, 203
Thornton. Ms. Carmi
98. 99, 101, 119
Thorp, Mrs. Eileen 209
Tomeo, Eric 1 94, 202, 226
Topete, Ralph 95, 187
Tosiou, Juliane 92, 187
Toyama, Tomio 78, 104, 203
Track, Boys’ 138, 139
Track, Girls’ 136, 137
Treasure, Brian 203
Treasure, Justin
39, 42, 180, 187
Trela, Lauren
73, 98, 99. 101, 187
Trelinski, Dawn 187
Trelinski, Denise
39, 126, 127, 156,
176. 188. 241
Trent, Robert 221
Trevino, Melissa 194
Trevino, Ruben 104,194
Trgovich, Andrew 55, 176
Triana, Jenny 81, 84, 92, 164,
176, 177, 222. 224,
236, 241
Trimble, Mrs. Darlene 209
Tripenfeldas, Mr. Steve
74, 183, 206,209
Trovinger, Bill 75, 83, 203
Trzupek, Andy 78. 203
Tsai, Janice
77, 81, 83, 84, 88,
107, 163, 176
Tsai, Jeff
57, 70, 73, 78, 82, 180,
194
Tsoutsouris, Mrs. Charlene 209
Tsoutsouris, Vaughn
124, 125, 187
Turke, Andy 78, 194
Turnabout 6. 34. 35, 49
Turnbull. Amanda 187
■U
■
Ullman, Mr. Don 11, 70, 209
Urbanowicz, Bree 73, 177
Uro Surgery Associates 240
Urzua, Fernando
61, 104. 177. 242
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■
Valand. Christopher 194
Van Allen, Cura 203
Van Bokkelen, Katie 60, 187,
227
Vanderhoek. Jocelyn
102, 103. 177
Vanis Hair 235
Vanzl, Mrs. Dorothy 209
Vargo, Jason 203
Vasic, Sasa 70, 78, 194
Vaughn, Gregory 194
Vavrek, Jessica 203
Victor, Patricia 73, 194
Video Club 74, 84
Villalobos, Elizabeth
77, 165, 177
Vliek, Jamie 35,70, 187. 196
Vliek, Kelly 70, 90, 203
Vohra, Rama 70, 73, 78, 187
Volkman, Melissa 73, 83, 187
Volkmann, Eva 203
Volkoff. Sarah 78, 187
Volleyball 13,89,98,99,100.
101
Voukidis, Steve 84, 194
Vrabel, Adam 138
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Wadas, Carrie 204
Wade, Amy 111, 187
Wadycki, Julie 31, 194
Walker, Michael 187
Walker. Mrs. Michelle 43
Wallace. Abigail 194
Wallace, Gail 70, 82, 83
Wallace, Jason
83, 120, 138, 187
Wallace, Kiley 103, 119. 203
Wallace, Neil 177
Ward, Adam 73, 203
Ward, Korinne 84, 203
Ward, Meaghan 194
Wasem, John 45, 77, 177, 178
Washausen, Bryan 96, 124,203
Watson, Dan 53, 104. 194
Watson, Todd
70. 129, 194, 201
Weaver, Matt 112, 145.195
Webb. Mrs. Kathy 55, 83, 209
Webb. Thomas 95, 187
Week, Dave 39, 77, 84. 177
■252-Index
Week, Steve 87, 104, 191,203
Weichman. Ari 104, 187
Weichman. Mike 55, 104,177
Weinberg. Aaron 23, 140.194
Weinburg Plastic Surgery 243
Weiss, Jill
8. 18, 27, 92, 146, 187
Weiss, Mrs. Jody
51, 61, 62, 209
Weiss, Mrs. Marsha 209
Wendell, Mr. Bob 95, 124. 194
Wenner. Brad 70, 203
Wesolowski, Thaddeus 203
Westerfield. Lynn 70, 1 77
Whiteley. Mrs. Anne 83, 20
Whiteley, Mr. Tom 7, 56.
61. 62. 63.209
Wiancek. Randy
35, 145, 187. 202
Wickland. Elizabeth
42. 81, 92. 93. 164, 177.
224
Wierzbinski, Cara
73. 110, 111, 187
Wiesner, Elizabeth 203
Wilhite. Tracy
126. 127, 187, 256
Williamson. Sara
78. 107. 127, 203
Willis, K.C. 33, 70, 77, 187
Wilson, Brent 178
Wilson. Cory 78, 187
Wilson. Michelle 221
Winterfeldl. Dana 67, 187
Wisniewski. Mrs. Annette 209
Witting. Crissy 187
Witting. Melissa 84, 203
Wojcik. John 128. 129, 178
Wolotka, Brian 95, 120, 187
Wong. Rebecca 194
Woodrick. Mr. Ed 138, 139
Woodrick. Katie
81, 127. 174, 178.222.
241
Wozniakowski, Eugene 178
Wozniakowski. Kelly 194
Wrestling 124. 125
Wright. Jay 55. 73, 151, 178
Wroblewski. Mr. Stephen 55.
209
Wujek. Holly 70. 83, 194
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Yamtich, Bob
29, 70. 84. 109, 124, 138, 146.
194
Yannakopoulos. Elaine 83,
103, 194
Yannakopoulos, James 70,81.
178
Yannakopoulos, Jimmy
81. 112, 140. 141, 158,
174, 178
Yonovich. Daniel 194
Yorke, Mrs. Mary'
156, 168. 209
Young. Lisa
7. 22, 35. 71, 82, 83, 93,
142, 187, 195. 226
Yttri. Eric 60, 70. 73. 203
Yuraitis, Melanie
31, 55, 74, 77, 81, 92.
153, 155. 178. 222,224,
236, 241
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Zabaneh. Hani 34,55, 178
Zagorski, Amanda 73, 107, 194
Zandstra’s Store for Men 216
Zarkovic, Zoran 51, 187,192
Zeck. Greg
5, 78, 81, 84, 112, 194
Zeck, Stephen M. 244
Zekis. James 194
Zelin. Ms. Trisha 126. 127
Zenos. Jennifer
49. 78. 81, 83. 155, 179
Zenos, Thomas 203
Zeytinoglu, Meltem 84
Zimmerman. Dan
37, 54, 124, 125. 179
Zivanovic. Slobodan 194
Zivich. Amanda 73, 78. 194
Zubay, Nick 154.179
Zubic. Milan 194
Staff List
Editor-in-Chief
Managing Editor
Associate Editor
Copy Editor
Photography Editor
Design Editor
Design Staff
Kelly McShane
Megan Ronco
Academics Editor
Sarah Thevenin
People Editor
Sarah Drolen
People Assistant
Bonnie Ahlf
Student Life Editor
Natalie Campbell
Student Life Assistants
Carolyn Bielfeldt
Roxanna Bargoz
Clubs Editor
Heather Harker
Jen Pallay
Rita Schmid
Allison Porch
Kelly Rothschild
Jennifer Zenos
Erin Lane
Clubs Assistant
Jodie Sopher
Sports Editor
Abby Berzinis
Sports Assistants
Megan Greenya
Jonathan Gordon
Head Photographer
Mike Hatcher
Photographers
Dave Kaegebein
Ari Weichman
Jim Mize
Adviser
Mrs.Nancy Hastings
■Colophon
On a rainy day in Maria's Hallmark, six TE's
surrounded a cool birthday card. "It's like a. ..like a...
Kelly said. "Like a double take!" Jen replied. And thus, we
had our theme for the 1997 Paragon. In September six
unsuspecting editors attempted to build the ladder and
invent stories for each spread. Hatcher wanted alligators
in every spread, but the TE's voted "no."
Four staffers trekked down to Franklin for the state
convention, and six travelled on the train to Chicago for
the national convention. We just had to visit our special
friend, the Ball State Stalker.
Finally leaving the school at 2:15 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31
after spending the night in our favorite computer lab on
the first deadline, we decided that we were definitely not
flakes, as a workshop teacher had suggested.
During a slow moment on deadline, Jen-Jen founded
the Pub Stage at the back of the computer lab. "I Will
Survive" became our theme song as we plugged along,
checking and rechecking spreads, laughing at the Jono/
Nat mistakes, and sitting in uncomfortable silence as we
were yelled at. In March scandal swept the Pub, and the
mystery staffer (the one you'd least suspect) sweated it
out as teddy bears danced in Mrs. Hastings' nightmares.
As the boxes got packed up with all of the yearbooks
we had evaluated, awards came dow r n off the walls, and
the cabinet doors started falling off (they held on for 18
years, after all), the tradition spent in the South secluded
corner of the building shifted to its new home in the
North.
It's the end of the Pub as we know it.
We would like to thank Mrs. Hastings for her expert
advice, for her drive to make us do the best we could be.
and her willingness to stick by us no matter what our
ideas or actions. We would also like to thank Mr. Russell
for his team group shots and for understanding the
meaning of "in the mail tomorrow." And thanks to Susan
Taylor, with her cool shoes and her encouraging words.
As for the technical information. Paragon Volume 32,
Double Take, was printed by Herff Jones, of 6015 Travis
lane, Shawnee Mission, KS 66201 with the help of Year-
book Consultant Susan Taylor and in-plant Customer
Service Adviser Julie Bogart. With a press run of 1,000, the
book was printed on 80 lb. Bordeaux paper. Early orders
for the yearbook cost $28, while late purchases were made
for $40.
The staff designed 5-color litho cover uses Nova Teal
#329 for the logo. Teal became the unifying color for the
opening and dividers, while Ochre #123 accented the
opening.
All pages were submitted on disk, using PageMaker
5.0, Adobe Photoshop and Freehand. Palatino makes up
the body copy and captions throughout the book. Head-
line fonts include A Garamond, Avante Garde, Bell MT,
Euostile, Helvetica, Nadiane, Palatino, and Times.
While six staff photographers shot more than 425 rolls
of black and white film while covering sports and
activities, Halterman Photography Studios in Ottawa, shot
all underclass and senior protraits, along with club groups
and some special needs photos. Don Milsap served as our
photo rep.
The 1996 edition. Wants, Needs and Options, was named
a national Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold
Crown winner, and a National Scholastic Press Associa-
tion Pacemaker.
Index-253 -
LIFE
Dr. Lane Abrell,
assistant principal
Christine Blake,
sophomore
s ever-
changing ways kept you
on your toes as teachers
held classes outdoors, or
you waited 40 minutes at
McDonald’s as mobs
ordered Teenie Beanie Baby Happy Meals.
ALWAYS searching for a clear
path from class to class, students endured
side trips whether bypassing Columbia
Avenue or circling the fieldhouse track.
DISHES
cluttered your sink as
you made up a foods lab. The thought of i
more homework left you longing for summer.
OUT,
side of classes, students earned
recognition as the Wind Ensemble placed
eighth at their first ever State competition.
DOUBLE
■ ling the time usually
exerted to reach a weekend activity, over 150
students traveled more than an hour
May 3. Destination: Mill Creek, IN. Why?: to
partake in the Senior camp-out and concert.
TAKES
all you’ve got to focus on
studies once spring arrived in May. As tractors
became commonplace scenery, you changed
your outlook on unusual situations. Again
and again you came face to face with dis-
tractions. Accepting them moment by mo-
ment, you discovered each day brought more
than your assignment notebook schedule. Life
gave you surprises and Double Takes.
BACK
While reverting back
to their childhoods,
Katie Bona, senior,
Tom Richey, junior,
and Kristina Carton,
senior, entertain
themselves with their
McDonald's Teeny
Beanie Babies. As the
year wound down,
little distractions
lightened up moods.
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view, a Gariup
Construction tractor
sits outside a class-
room window.
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made itself known as
students listened to
workers on the roof
or watched painters
and cement trucks ,
outside of maroon-
accented windows, it .
rolled into gear as an
unpredictable part of
daily school life.
Glittering in his gold costume,
Al Song, senior, impresses a
teenage fan played by Jenny
Evans, sophomore, in Bye Bye,
Birdie as a construction worker
saws through a cement block
in front of the library. Doubling
the fun of an after-school
outing, teachers accepted the
challenge of a teacher vs.
student bowling tourney.
Looking again in disbelief at
the teacher’s unexpected
victory, Mr. David Franklin,
biology teacher, and Mike
Morgan, senior, stare at the
computer screen as they mirror
each others’ reactions, realiz-
ing that life sometimes seemed
different at a second glance.
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junior
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